Attorney Transactional & Insurance
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 95000 - 125000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Minimum qualifications
- A Juris Doctor degree
- Exceptional legal research and writing skills
- The ability to work independently while meeting deadlines
- Membership in good standing in the State Bar of Montana or the ability to become a member by an agreed-upon date.
- Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check
Preferred qualifications
- Four or more years of experience in the insurance or securities industries
How to Apply
Please submit the following items with your application through before the deadline:
- A cover letter
- Résumé
- A Legal Writing Sample (3000 words or less authored within the past three years)
When uploading and submitting your application materials please be sure to mark your attachments as relevant or we will be unable to view them.
The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal history background check.
Only electronic materials will be accepted. If you need assistance or an accommodation please contact CSI Human Resources. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.
Applicants claiming employment preference are required to provide proper documentation i.e. Vet Preference (DD214) Disabled Vet document from U.S. Veterans Administration certifying service-connected disability or Purple Heart medal disabled (DPHHS Disability Certification) by the closing date. The State of Montana Careers system will generate an email with instructions on how to submit preference documents.
Transactional and Insurance Attorney
Join the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) as an attorney focusing on transactional and insurance law matters.
Salary: $95000 $125000 depending on experience
Position Type:Full-time
Relocation expenses: Negotiable
Application Requirements: Cover letter résumé and a legal writing sample ( 3000 words)
CSI Overview
CSI is a criminal justice agency tasked with protecting Montanans by regulating two of the states largest industries: securities and insurance. We protect a healthy marketplace through education sensible regulation and fair enforcement of the law ensuring accountability for fraudsters and justice for their victims. For more information please visit our About CSI webpage HERE.
What Youll Do
- Provide legal advice to CSIs management on questions related to insurance and securities laws.
- Represent CSI in administrative actions related to market conduct examinations rate disputes and other insurance law issues.
- Assist staff in drafting and reviewing contracts.
- Review and approve confidentiality requests and trade secret applications.
- Draft administrative rules and respond to public comments.
- Review licensing applications and file administrative actions to terminate or suspend licenses.
- Occasionally represent CSI in civil litigation.
- Exercise meaningful autonomy in your casework supported by a team that values collegiality excellence and public service.
Why Join Us
- Meaningful Purpose-Driven Work: Help protect Montanans by enforcing Montanas insurance securities laws. This includes a special focus on protecting elderly and vulnerable individuals who are the victims of fraud.
- Work-Life Balance: 15 vacation days sick leave 11 paid holidays and maternity and parental leave.
- Outstanding State of Montana Benefits: Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage for you and your family starting on your first day of employment. Additional details are available HERE
- Retirement Security: Multiple retirement plan options with a generous employer contribution. Additional details are available HERE
- Loan Forgiveness: Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- Positive Culture: CSI is a small family-friendly state agency. Our success comes from building effective working relationships based on mutual trust and respect for each others skills and abilities. We will encourage you to excel both in your individual competencies and as a team player. To learn more visit our Work with Us website HERE.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Clerical
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About Company
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry wants to help both employees and employers to be happy on the job. We take seriously our mission to promote and protect the well-being of Montana's workers, employers and citizens, and to uphold their rights and responsibilities. Our agenc ... View more
