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State of Wyoming

Practicing Attorney 2025-00545

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  • Full Time
  • $8,622.10 - $9,580.11/month
  • Casper, WY
February 27, 2025 Attorney

Job Description

Description and Functions



Open Until Filled


GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  


This exciting role offers you the chance to take charge of a dynamic felony caseload—including high-profile cases—while also playing a key supportive role for fellow attorneys. If you're passionate about impactful legal work and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this opportunity is designed for you.

Why Join Us?


Make a meaningful impact – Defend the rights of individuals and contribute to justice in your community.

Collaborative work environment – Join a team of dedicated legal professionals committed to excellence.

Competitive salary and benefits – Enjoy financial stability while pursuing meaningful work.

Live and work in Casper, Wyoming  -- Casper - the place for entertainment and things to do, both indoors and out. Whether you seek the peacefulness of walking pathways and parks along the North Platte River, the adventure of skiing, and snowboarding, or enjoying the outdoor ice arena in the winter, splash pads in the summer, or the family events at David Street Station - Casper offers something for everyone. Wyoming is one of seven states with no income tax.


Human Resource Contact: Samantha Drew / samantha.drew2@wyo.gov / 307-777-7667


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

  • Handles a caseload of the most complex legal matters.
  • Handles trial and appellate assignments involving complex or high-profile cases.
  • Performs complex or novel special assignments from the agency head.

Qualifications


PREFERENCES:


Preference may be given to candidates with ten years of experience preferably in prosecution.
Preference may be given to candidates with experience working well with law enforcement agencies.
Preference may be given to candidates with good communication skills.
Preference may be given to candidates who are willing to assist other attorney's in the office.  


KNOWLEDGE: 


  • Knowledge and ability to handle Juvenile cases
  • Knowledge and ability to handle Misdemeanor cases. 
  • Knowledge and ability to handle complex Felony cases. 

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 
Education:
Juris Doctorate
 
Experience:
7+ years of relevant legal experience
 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
License to practice law in Wyoming


Necessary Special Requirements


PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
 
  
  • This position requires sitting and standing for long periods of time.  
 

NOTES:
 
  
  • FLSA: Exempt


Supplemental Information


157-Natrona County District Attorney's Office

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Salary
  • $8,622.10 - $9,580.11/month


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