Legal Counsel

Overview

Job Description - Legal Counsel (260000BE) for the Supreme Court of Ohio.

Organization:
Supreme Court of Ohio

Agency Contact Name and Information:
Office of Human Resources, recruitingo.gov

Unposting Date:
Jan 26, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Work Location:

Ohio Judicial Center, 65 South Front Street, Columbus 43215

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: $115,000-$125,000

Schedule:

Full-time

Union: N/A

Primary Job Skill:
Attorney/Legal

Technical

Skills:

Attorney/Legal

Professional

Skills:

Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Ethics and Values, Organizing and Planning, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking two experienced lawyers to fill the positions of Legal Counsel within the Office of the Chief Legal Officer. The Legal Counsel is responsible for assisting with the legal, legislative, and policy affairs of the Supreme Court, providing comprehensive legal counsel and support to the Supreme Court and its advisory bodies and addressing other legal issues impacting the Ohio judicial branch.

The Legal Counsel will assist the Deputy Chief Legal Officer, Legal & Government Affairs and the Deputy Chief Legal Officer, Policy & Rule making with the delivery of legal, policy, and regulatory advice and support across the organization.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Legal Advice: Provides legal and policy counsel to the Chief Justice, Justices, Court leadership and staff regarding a wide variety of programs, policies, and regulations. Collaborates with other Supreme Court policy, legal, and research personnel.
• Legal Research & Analysis: Researches, analyzes, appraises, and interprets laws, court decisions, rulings, advisory opinions, regulations, statutes, and pending legislation to determine an appropriate outcome. Drafts advisory opinions, memoranda, and reports on legal issues affecting the Court.
• Legislation: Assists with preparing, drafting, analyzing, monitoring, and implementing legislative issues and initiatives affecting the Ohio judicial system; recommends appropriate action; and drafts talking points and other communication measures.
• Policy and Rule making: Assists with developing, reviewing, and implementing Supreme Court administrative policies and rules. Assists with the dissemination and implementation of approved amendments to rules and policies, including updates to Center Source, internal binders, and staff communications. Maintain comprehensive records of all policy and rule changes, including historical versions and approval documentation.
• Litigation: Assists with managing, preparing, monitoring, and tracking litigation. Drafts summary and advisory memos for the Court.
• Public Records: Reviews, prepares, and coordinates public records requests; updates policies and procedures.
• Agreements & Contracts: Reviews and coordinates intergovernmental agreements, grants, and contracts; advises on legal risks and terms.
• Training & Reference Materials: Researches and prepares reference materials and provides training for judges and quasi-judicial employees. Presents to judges, judicial branch personnel, peers and colleagues at educational events.
• Advisory Bodies: Provide backup counsel and rule drafting for Court advisory bodies, including rule commissions.
• Consultation: Advises managers and Court personnel on programs, policies, and regulations.
• Special Projects: Manages special projects assigned by senior leadership.
• Compliance: Ensures compliance with Court rules, procurement, personnel policies, and federal laws (e.g., ADA, FLSA, FMLA).

STAFF

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Why Work for the State of Ohio:
We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Benefits include Medical Coverage, Dental/ Vision/Basic Life Insurance, paid time off, leave options, education and…