Enforcement and Trial Attorney

Enforcement and Trial Attorney

Join the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) as an attorney focusing on prosecuting criminal and administrative fraud cases, as well as representing the agency in other civil matters.

Salary\: $95,000 – $125,000, depending on experience

Position Type\: Full-time

Job Location\: CSI’s office in Helena, MT, or potential hybrid or remote work depending on the circumstances

Relocation expenses\: Negotiable

Application Requirements\: Cover letter, resume, a legal writing sample, and law school transcript (optional)

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CSI Overview

CSI is a criminal justice agency tasked with protecting Montanans by regulating two of the state’s largest industries\: securities and insurance. We protect Montanans through public education, regulation of covered entities, and vigorous enforcement of the law, ensuring accountability for fraudsters and justice for their victims. For more information, please visit our “About CSI” webpage HERE.

What You'll Do

• Manage cases from referral through final judgment.  This includes drafting pleadings and motions, oral arguments, depositions, trials and hearings, and representing the agency in appeals.  You will exercise meaningful autonomy over your casework, while being supported by a team of attorneys and paralegals who value collegiality, excellence, and public service.

• Prosecute criminal cases involving insurance and securities law violations in state district court.  This includes pretrial work such as obtaining investigative subpoenas and search warrants, advising investigators on legal questions and potential trial issues, and drafting charging memoranda. 

• Represent CSI in administrative actions, including enforcement actions against regulated entities, insurance and securities fraud cases, and licensing cases.  

• Represent CSI in civil litigation.

• Perform other tasks in support of CSI's mission, including coordinating with state, federal, and tribal partners to prosecute white-collar criminal cases; drafting laws and administrative rules; and presenting at public outreach events and continuing legal education seminars.

Why Join CSI

• Meaningful, Purpose-Driven Work\: Help protect Montanans by enforcing Montana’s insurance and securities laws. This includes a special focus on protecting elderly and vulnerable individuals who are the victims of fraud.

• Work-Life Balance\: Up to 38+ paid days off a year, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.  Generous maternity and parental leave.  Hybrid or partial telework arrangements may be possible.

• Outstanding State of Montana Benefits\: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family starting on your first day of employment.  No cost telehealth appointments and access to the employee medical clinics through the State medical plan.  Additional details are available HERE

• Retirement Security\: A choice between two retirement plans with an employer contribution of between 8.73% and 9.07% of your salary.  A third optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan is also available.  Additional details are available HERE

• Loan Forgiveness\: Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

• Positive Culture\: CSI is a small, family-friendly state agency. Our success comes from building effective working relationships based on mutual trust and respect for each other’s skills and abilities. We will encourage you to excel both in your individual competencies and as a team player. To learn more, visit our “Work with Us” website HERE

• Beautiful Helena, Montana\: As the capital of Montana, Helena is a vibrant community.  Outside of work, you will have access to innumerable outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, hunting, biking, skiing, boating, golfing, etc.  Helena is also a cultural center with historical sites, art galleries, live theater, natural hot springs, restaurants, local microbreweries, concerts, and a well-maintained trail system.  Learn more about moving to and living in Helena HERE.  

Minimum qualifications

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Two or more years of legal experience
• Membership in the State Bar of Montana, or the ability to become a member by an agreed-upon date. Individuals with 5 years of experience in another state may be able to apply for admission to the Montana Bar “on motion.” Details are available HERE
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check

Preferred qualifications

• Five or more years of legal experience
• Two years of experience with insurance or securities law
• Practical experience as a licensed insurance or securities professional

• Experience as lead trial counsel in felony criminal cases or relevant civil/administrative cases

How to Apply

To apply, please submit\: (1) a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and relevant experience, (2) a current resume, (3) a writing sample demonstrating your legal writing style and ability, and (4) your law school transcript (optional). When uploading and submitting your application materials, please make sure to mark your attachments as “relevant,” or we will be unable to view them.

The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal history background check.

Only electronic materials will be accepted.  If you need assistance or an accommodation, please contact CSI Human Resources.  Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.  

Applicants claiming employment preference are required to provide proper documentation.  All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date.  Please submit preference documentation to Michelle Flynn at [email protected] via File Transfer Service.

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.