Positions specialize in laws applicable to matters pertaining to the assigned agency's operations.
The work is distinguished from the Staff Attorney class by its responsibility for the litigation of cases before federal and state, trial and appellate courts, and various state agency and local administrative bodies. Positions perform work of considerable difficulty in the representation of the state in the full practice of law. Other duties include providing legal advice and technical assistance to field staff, and serving as a resource liaison with law schools and the private bar. May supervise the work of clerical staff. Receives directions from an administrator or deputy.