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Massachusetts Trial Court Deputy Legal Counsel Land Court in Boston, Massachusetts
Title: Deputy Legal Counsel Land Court Pay Grade: Senior Management 1 Starting Pay: \$109,034.12-160,799.86/Yr. Departmental Mission Statement: The Land Courts mission is to provide an accessible forum where specialized expertise is applied to resolve disputes involving the ownership, development, and use of real property throughout the Commonwealth. The judges and staff are committed to serving the public and the real estate and trial bars in a respectful, efficient manner by issuing decisions that are equitable and legally well-reasoned, and by providing readily available, reliable guidance to property owners and registries of deeds regarding registered land transactions. ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/land-court Notes: To apply, applicants must complete the Trial Court online application and upload to their profile, (1) a cover letter or statement of interest, (2) a resume, (3) a law school transcript (does not have to be official) and (4) a writing sample of approximately 5 pages on a topic related to Land Court subject matter. This is an on-site position requiring work in-person at the Land Court in Boston. In accordance with current Trial Court policy, after an initial training and trial period, a request for hybrid office/remote work schedule will be considered by the manager. This position is designated as management position and is covered by the Trial Court Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual. Starting salary determination is based on applicant experience. This position is located at: 3 Pemberton Square Boston, MA 02108 Position Summary: Provides recommendations and guidance to the Chief Justice, Deputy Court Administrator, judges, Recorder, and other court staff on a variety of complex legal matters. Performs legal research, writes memoranda, develops court procedures and rules, analyzes legal and administrative issues, and drafts proposed legislation or legislative testimony, prepares and presents trainings, and manages litigation on behalf of the department. This position serves as a supervisor to others. Supervision Received: Serves under the direction of the Departmental Legal Counsel, supporting the legal needs of the Chief Justice, Deputy Court Administrator, and other court employees as required.