OPLA's responsibilities include representing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in proceedings before the Immigration Courts, representing DHS in appellate proceedings before the Board of Immigration Appeals, and providing support and direction to the Department of Justice, Office of Immigration Litigation, as well as to the U.S. Attorney's Offices nationwide. The duties primarily include maintaining and organizing files, mail management, scanning of documents, enter/upload data into PLAnet (OPLA's electronic alien file repository), conducting research, and drafting documents.
Glenwood Springs, CO1 day ago
Description:Serves in a professional capacity as a patient account representative in the Patient Financial Services (PFS) department at Glenwood Medical Associates. Works directly and courteously with patients by providing information and explanation of billed clinical services and collection proceedings.
p>Our Enrolled Agent plays a critical role in supporting clients with complex tax matters, IRS representation, and tax resolution services while working collaboratively with attorneys, tax professionals, and support staff. With a mission of providing superior legal representation and outstanding service for our clients while maintaining a high level of respect and appreciation for our team, and strategic and deliberate care for our community and beyond, The Harris Law Firmās culture truly is unrivaled.
p>The Core Tax Services Senior Manager is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objections, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex tax issues. In addition, the Core Tax Services Senior Manager will be critical member of the office / region leadership team and actively participate in the marketing, networking and business development within an area of expertise and specialization while maintaining client relationships and acting as the primary contact for complex questions.
Centennial, CO30+ days ago
Also performs the following: Researches and writes legal briefs in misdemeanor appeals in the District Court, drivers license revocation appeals in the District Court, prosecution-initiated felony appears in the Colorado Court of Appeals and the Colorado Supreme Court, and certioriari appeals and C.A.R. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, defense attorneys, victims, judges, court staff, police officers, witnesses, related agencies personnel, and the general public; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with same.
Our 2L interns work closely with the attorneys in our Appeals Unit, conducting legal research and refining their legal writing skills by drafting corresponding briefs that are submitted to the District Court, Colorado Court of Appeals, and Colorado Supreme Court. Timeline for application:
- We accept applications and hire interns for the 2L Internship Program beginning in October of a student's first year in law school for a spot in the Internship Program for the following Summer semester.
DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelors or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods. Responsibilities include participating in the pre-hearing appeals process by conducting preliminary case analysis, reviewing medical records and product research, applying negotiation skills, and exercising sound judgment to determine whether cases should be resolved prior to hearing or presented before the ALJ.
This Resolution contemplates and authorizes supervisors to direct work during Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, or Unpaid Early Release Periods for community safety and County government essential activities such as snow removal, social worker visits for child welfare and other family emergencies, response to emergency calls by facilities and fleet employees, and required court appearances by County employees. Prepares and tries cases involving misdemeanor and felony offense; reviews investigative reports; files charges; requests and reviews additional information; writes charging documents, warrants, pleadings, plea agreements, briefs and related materials; negotiates plea agreements; appears in court; presents testimony and arguments in hearings including preliminary, motions, pleas and sentencing.
Developing professional, cooperative, productive, and respectful relationships with all members of the Public Defender system, including administrative staff, paralegals, and other attorneys. Typical responsibilities for Appellate Division attorneys include: Reviewing trial court records and transcripts to identify potential issues for appeal.
This Resolution contemplates and authorizes supervisors to direct work during Unpaid Days Off, Unpaid Personal Days, or Unpaid Early Release Periods for community safety and County government essential activities such as snow removal, social worker visits for child welfare and other family emergencies, response to emergency calls by facilities and fleet employees, and required court appearances by County employees. Assistant County Attorney II - Human Services:
Performs professional journey-level legal work assisting the County Attorney in handling a variety of moderately complex matters regarding the statutory and constitutional duties of the county, including representing, advising and counseling county officials, departments, and boards regarding such duties.
The Denver City Attorney's Office is one of the largest law firms in Colorado, with over 230 attorneys and staff members comprised of paralegals, victim advocates, and other support and supervisory staff members. With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise.
In this position you will work out of the Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building located at 201 W Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80202, but you will also work in the City and County Building, the Lindsey Flanigan Courthouse, and the Downtown Detention Center. With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise.
Primary areas of focus will be providing legal services through advice and representation to the Board of Weld County Commissioners and Weld County departments or affiliated agencies including, but not limited to, Accounting, Assessor, Buildings and Grounds, Extension, Finance and Administration, Clerk and Recorder, Coroner, Human Resources, Health, Human Services, Justice Services, Planning, Public Works, Purchasing, Records, Sheriff, and Treasurer. Use the link below to get a closer look at the generous benefits offered:
https://www.weld.gov/Government/County-Information/Join-Our-Team/Employee-Benefits.
Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service-connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that his or her retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that he/she was transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more). To verify your veteran preference entitlement, submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214; official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
We are also committed to our team members' wellbeing outside of the workplace - we emphasize the importance of work-life balance, provide numerous resources to support health and personal development, and offer a comprehensive benefits package including substantial paid time off, generous holiday schedules, work from home flexibility, and a dog-friendly office. The Chief Deputy District Attorney (DDA) mentors, manages, and evaluates assigned staff to promote and maintain a vibrant, just, effective, and collaborative workforce of prosecutors and support staff serving Jefferson and Gilpin counties.
p>Job Summary: The Assistant City Attorney I, Prosecutor primarily prosecutes cases in and appeals from Municipal Court, particularly juvenile arraignments, adult arraignments, show cause hearings, pretrial conferences, and trial work.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and officials, co-workers and the public, and deal with problems timely, effectively, courteously, and tactfully.
ul>Serves as lead counsel and in assisting roles in all aspects of Water Court litigation, including preparation of pleadings; responses and objections; handling water court hearings; taking and defending depositions; securing experts; interviewing witnesses; updating clients; and representing Aurora Water at trial.
Subject matter experience in most of the following areas of Colorado water law and water rights, to include: Prior Appropriation Doctrine, Change of use cases, Exchanges of water, Storage rights, Augmentation Plans, Short-term water leases, Substitute Supply Plans - Required.
We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA, and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a state government employee, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
We Offer Excellent BenefitsIn addition to the comprehensiveState of Colorado benefits package (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA (https://www.copera.org/members/retirement-benefits) , and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including: + Public Service Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) The attorneyās responsibilities may also include any of the following: + Independently handle litigation, negotiation, hearings, and exceptions (administrative appeal) of cases on behalf of clients represented by the Unit; + Litigate matters that require immediate action including license suspensions; + Seek injunction relief in Colorado District Courts to enforce the licensure requirements against unlicensed persons engaged in licensed activities; and.
Primary duties include: defending state and federal constitutional challenges seeking to invalidate and enjoin state laws and/or state officials' actions; handling highly expedited election law disputes; prosecuting administrative actions to enforce campaign and political finance laws; defending civil litigation and appeals before state and federal courts; prosecuting civil actions and appeals in state and federal courts; representing judicial and probation officers when subpoenaed; representing judicial officers in C.R.C.P. 21 actions; escheat and unclaimed property review and advice; assisting state officials and agencies with responses to various types of open records requests; providing general counsel to state boards and commissions, including advice on the Open Meetings Law; responding to various types of open records requests and subpoenas for records issued to the Department of Law and/or the Attorney General; drafting formal and informal Attorney General Opinions; and handling contract and Procurement Code disputes for state agencies.
We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA, and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including: Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a state government employee, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA, and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including: Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a state government employee, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Centennial, CO22 days ago
Incumbent renders professional advice and legal opinions on (1) security, intelligence, proper use memorandum, CYBER; (2) guidance for state NG participation in community and National Security Significant Events (NSSE) and the activities of private associations; (3) inter-service support agreements; (4) official Investigations by Federal agencies; and, (5) domestic operations law counsel including defense support of civil authorities. LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT COUNSEL DUTIES: Provides legal advice and assistance to state NG on the full spectrum of civilian personnel management and administration including difficult issues involving staffing, recruitment, assignment, performance management, pay and allowances, training, promotion, discipline, appeals and dispute resolution.
Centennial, CO12 days ago
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, co-workers, defense attorneys, victims, judges, court staff, police officers, witnesses, related agencies personnel, and the general public; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with same. REQUIREMENTS: Skills, Abilities and Competencies: Considerable to extensive knowledge of the rules of criminal procedure and the rules of evidence; ability to effectively apply same in a docket/hearing/preliminary hearing/trial setting related to felony offenses.
Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service-connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that they were transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more). The attorney must have the ability to write and speak clearly and persuasively, analyze complex legal and factual issues, exhibit good organizational skills, exercise sound judgment, work well both independently and on a team with attorneys and staff of all backgrounds, negotiate effectively with opposing counsel, and, overall, handle matters with integrity on behalf of the people of the United States of America.
This advice includes defending tax claims in bankruptcy courts under Chapters 7, 11, 12 and 13; advice regarding the dischargeability of taxes owed by debtors; defending the Department in adversary proceedings and contested matters; bankruptcy compliance; and advice regarding obtaining warrants and effectuating tax seizures and sales for nonpayment of trust fund (sales, excise and other) taxes owed to the Department. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more!
This position offers attorneys a meaningful opportunity to advance justice, equity, and public service through their legal practice, and is best suited for an attorney with strong communication skills, exemplary legal writing and analytical abilities, a desire to advocate for the populations served by our client agencies who enjoys working collaboratively while taking ownership of complex matters, and strategic thinking and the ability to develop and execute effective litigation strategy. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more!
Denver, CO 80202, Colorado30+ days ago
The ideal candidate has a strong background supporting both union and nonāunion workplaces, feels comfortable navigating complex labor relations issues, and can partner directly with leadership on strategy and compliance. This role is a great fit for an attorney who enjoys a mix of traditional labor work, employment counseling, and litigation, and who thrives in a collaborative, handsāon environment.
Our attorneys work with Trial Staff (e.g., engineers, accountants, rate analysts, transportation investigators, and economists) in all aspects of the PUCs unique litigation process including: preparing and filing interventions; drafting and propounding discovery requests; working with Trial Staff to produce pre-filed testimony; preparing responses to discovery requests; preparing for evidentiary hearings (including witness preparation); performing direct examinations; cross-examining witnesses; writing post-hearing statements of position; drafting exceptions to decisions; and negotiating settlement agreements. Ideal candidates possess a team-focused enthusiasm for the written and oral litigation process at the administrative law level who are willing to learn the unique nuances of PUC-specific litigation while working alongside their new Unit colleagues on innovative energy law issues concerning the deployment of renewable energy resources in Colorado as well as protecting public safety in regulated transportation cases.
We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA, and vacation and sick leave earned each month, there are many other unique benefits that we offer, including:
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a state government employee, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more! General counsel assistance to the Commissioner and/or Division in areas such as drafting and promulgation of Division regulations, general legal compliance, financial examinations, market conduct examinations, rate reviews, regulatory reviews of mergers and acquisitions, reviews of proposed legislation, Colorado sunshine laws, and rehabilitation and liquidation of insurance companies.
Centennial, CO21 days ago
case filings, writs, motions, briefs, petitions, opinions and appeals, some of which require a limited level of compilation and structural word-processing formatting; reviews files and procures necessary supporting documents or reports, monitors appropriate court dockets to insure timely completion of affected case files and enters dates and status changes in applicable databases; produces subpoenas and distributes to all witnesses in a timely manner; produces discovery and makes copies of supporting documents for defending attorney upon request. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow workers, attorneys, court officials, other law enforcement and related agencies personnel and the general public; ability to communicate effectively with same.
Instructs law enforcement-related classes in topics such as firearms, arrest control, baton use, patrol techniques, investigative techniques, criminal justice, processing crime scenes, wildlife forensic techniques, evidence collection and handling, search and seizure, arrest and search warrant preparation, specialized weapons/equipment operations, intelligence gathering and submission, Crimentel database operations, CCIC/NCIC terminal operations, TLO database operations, and surveillance techniques. A combination of related education (Natural Resources, Wildlife Management, Biology, Aquatic Biology/Fishery Science/Aquaculture/Fishery Management, Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Outdoor Recreation, Zoology/Animal Sciences, Criminal Justice), formalized apprenticeship program, certification, natural resource criminal investigations and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to eight (8) years.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, training and experience review, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants. Certification and Confidentiality Statement I certify that: --I understand that this, my completed Application, the attached Supplemental Questions, and my responses are confidential and that I have neither consulted with others nor received assistance in the preparation, writing, or editing of my responses and the information contained herein is in my own words and was prepared and completed solely by me and only me.
The Assistant Section Chiefs responsibilities include: direct supervision of the sections Senior Counsel for Appellate Matters; assigning legal casework to EDS staff attorneys; assuring appropriate staffing on each petition for review matter; providing legal, strategic and other guidance; ensuring compliance with all relevant Department of Justice policies; reviewing written briefs and other court filings for substantive accuracy and for consistency with positions in other litigation; determining settlement positions; and preparing attorneys for oral argument. Applicants should note that SF 15 requires supporting documentation associated with service-connected disabilities or receipt of nonservice-connected disability pensions to be dated 1991 or later except in the case of service members submitting official statements or retirement orders from a branch of the Armed Forces showing that his or her retirement was due to a permanent service-connected disability or that he/she was transferred to the permanent disability retired list (the statement or retirement orders must indicate that the disability is 10% or more).
The 2Gen approach begins with a mindset focused on family-centered program design, continues with the alignment of services and resources within the department as well as across multiple organizations, resulting in coordinated services to children and adults together (family) in order to create long term stability and sustainability. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:
Performs a variety of paralegal duties in order to assist the Arapahoe County Attorneys Office located in Aurora, CO, in the efficient and effective execution of the legal process within various facets of the law including, but not limited to, Dependency and Neglect, Delinquency, Collections, Custodian of Records, Adult Protection and Mental Health.
p>Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience working in a regulatory environment and/or government agency;
Demonstrated experience participating in hearings before the Colorado Public Utilities Commission or in court;
Demonstrated experience with real-time captioning in the context of litigation (depositions and hearings), including transcribing proceedings or depositions;
Certification as a Certified Real-time Reporter (CRR);
Demonstrated experience working with ALJs and/or commissioners;
Demonstrated experience working with a variety of different professionals from diverse backgrounds while exercising tact and discretion to effectively communicate in a professional manner;
Demonstrated experience purchasing, updating, and using stenographic equipment.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Reporting on hearings, meetings, and conferences verbatim by stenographically recording all testimony and all verbal communications at official Commission proceedings;
Producing transcripts by translating stenotype hearing notes and audio recordings;
Performing clerical duties related to hearings;
Determining appropriate hardware and software alternatives that align with technical capabilities;
Scheduling hearings by contacting parties and attorneys to coordinate schedules as to unavailable dates;
Retaining verbatim transcripts so that they are available for discovery by the parties or for appellate review by courts of higher law.
Grand Junction, CO21 days ago
The Program Assistant I follows all purchasing procedures, creates purchase requests, makes purchases, ensures invoices are accurate, makes the necessary inquiries when invoice concerns exist and paying these bills in a timely manner; allocates for administrative staffs' state-issued credit cards in a timely manner, ensures that proper signatures are secured regarding all fiscal matters; monitors a particular budget as requested, ensures the correct object codes are established and are utilized properly; assists with any facet of grant management as instructed by the supervisor or other member of Forensic Services management. They also process incoming mail; order supplies; update Qualtrax and SharePoint with vital forensic staff information; compose documents including letters, memos, general correspondence and spreadsheets, scan or email documents or correspondence as necessary, email and file signed reimbursements, track maintenance and mileage on fleet vehicles, maintain the forensic library, maintain subscriptions, register the forensic services staff for intra and interstate trainings, renew technical memberships, maintain digital workspaces, and uploading documents to Qualtrax.
EOIR consists of three adjudicatory components: the Office of the Chief Immigration Judge, which is responsible for managing the numerous immigration courts located throughout the United States where immigration judges adjudicate individual cases; the Board of Immigration Appeals, which primarily conducts appellate reviews of the immigration judges decisions; and the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer, which adjudicates immigration-related employment cases. Applicants should also include specific examples of the types of cases (asylum application, plea, settlement, bench trial, jury trial, etc.), the number of court and administrative appearances made in those cases, and the case dispositions (ruling on the merits, plea or similar resolution, settlement, trial, jury trial, etc.) Conclusory statements (such as "the applicant has been involved in a substantial amount of litigation") without further elaboration will receive little or no weight in the evaluation of the QRFs.
The Budget Director (Budget & Policy Analyst IV) reports to and collaborates with the departments Chief Financial Officer to provide leadership and management of the Department's budget by establishing and executing broad financial policies and strategies for the annual $165M budget and spending plan from a variety of funding sources including general fund, appropriated cash-funds, non-appropriated custodial funds, and federal funds. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more!
Grand Junction, Colorado30 days ago
Drafts/responds to legal motions; researches legal issues; analyzes cases; prepares and presents witnesses at motions hearings and trials to the court and jury. These criminal cases require frequent exposure to assaults and murders, including, but not limited to, physical assaults, verbal abuse, sexual assaults (upon adults and children), and child abuse.
Ability to learn to analyze, appraise, and organize facts, evidence, and legal precedents and to prepare, present and argue such material effectively in legal pleadings and before the courts. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.