Position Available: Attorney - Alabama Department of Commerce

Location: Montgomery, Alabama

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: candice.sudduth@commerce.alabama.gov