Attorney
6 - 10 years
Montgomery, AL
Full-time
Hybrid
1 month ago
About the role
Alabama Department of Commerce in Montgomery, AL is seeking applicants for a full-time Attorney.
ANNOUNCEMENT DATE: May 26, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 1, 2026
SYNOPSIS
The Alabama Department of Commerce is seeking an experienced Attorney to provide legal support across a wide range of agency operations, including contracts, regulatory compliance, economic development programs, and legislative matters, and will report directly to the General Counsel.
Key Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
How to Apply:
Resumes may be submitted via Electronic Mail to:Candice Sudduth, Chief Human Resources Officer, Alabama Department of Commerce
EMAIL: [email protected]
ANNOUNCEMENT DATE: May 26, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 1, 2026
SYNOPSIS
The Alabama Department of Commerce is seeking an experienced Attorney to provide legal support across a wide range of agency operations, including contracts, regulatory compliance, economic development programs, and legislative matters, and will report directly to the General Counsel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, negotiate, and review contracts, MOUs, and legal agreements
- Advise leadership and staff on legal issues involving administrative, constitutional, procurement, and economic development law
- Conduct legal research and prepare formal memoranda and policy guidance
- Support the Department’s work with incentive agreements, grant administration, and interagency coordination
- Legislative tracking and analysis
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Admission to the Alabama State Bar and eligibility to practice law in Alabama
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in public sector, procurement, or economic development law
- Familiarity with Alabama’s public records laws and legislative processes
- Experience with complex contract negotiation and statutory interpretation
How to Apply:
Resumes may be submitted via Electronic Mail to:Candice Sudduth, Chief Human Resources Officer, Alabama Department of Commerce
EMAIL: [email protected]
Skills
LegalInternational Trade and Development