University Counsel

Pay range commensurate with experience. Benefits eligible. Work schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may include some weekends). Travel may be required.

About the Role

The University of Oklahoma Office of Legal Counsel seeks a dedicated, detail-oriented attorney to join its team on the Norman campus. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the University's mission by providing legal counsel and services to University departments, colleges, and administrative units on a broad range of matters, including litigation, contract review, legal research, policy analysis, training, drafting legal documents, and advising on complex legal issues. We are seeking a professional who combines strong legal expertise with excellent judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working collaboratively with a wide variety of stakeholders, and can effectively manage multiple priorities while working independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists with litigation matters at the state and federal level, including conducting written discovery
• Counsels and prepares University employees who are sued and/or are engaged in administrative hearings within the scope of their employment and/or who are witnesses
• Assists with administrative charges, state tort claims, and state and federal investigations
• Utilizes computer software for contract review and policy work
• Researches and analyzes applicable law and/or policy and prepares summaries of legal research
• Presents factual and legal theories and arguments to departments both orally and in writing
• Responsible for the review of all contracts for departments related to purchases, academic rotations, and professional services
• Assists the departments and colleges requiring legal services and advises on faculty grievances/appeals and student grievances/appeals
• Prepares training materials and provides training to departments and colleges
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an American Bar Association (ABA) law school
• Experience with litigation in state or federal court
• Experience in discovery and motion practice

Qualifications

• License to practice law in Oklahoma and be in good standing
• Admission to United States District Courts for the Western and Northern Districts of Oklahoma or able to be admitted in each within 30 days
• Admission or eligible for admission in the Eastern District of Oklahoma and the 10th Circuit of Appeals within six (6) months of hire

Preference: 2–5 years' experience in litigation, state government, and/or employment law. Hiring contingent upon a background check.