Mid Level Lead Attorney Jobs
Mid level lead attorney jobs go to attorneys ready to own complex matters end to end, guide junior associates, and drive legal strategy with limited partner oversight. Openings run across Staffing & Recruiting, Law & Legal Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Jobot, Husch Blackwell, and Cooley LLP hiring at this level now.
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Join a great team dedicated to the public health of Vermonters! The Vermont Department of Health (the Department) has an immediate opening for an energetic and talented Staff Attorney with at least three years of experience to join its legal team.
The Vermont Department of Health is the state's public health agency, providing leadership statewide in public health services, protection, promotion, and policy. The Department's legal team serves as the Health Department's in-house legal counsel, providing legal guidance and advice to all of the Department's divisions, units, and staff.
The chosen candidate will report directly to the Department's General Counsel and will collaborate with Assistant Attorneys General that support the Department. The staff attorney will also work closely with Department leadership, division and program staff, policymakers, and external partners.
Job duties for this position include providing legal advice on complex local, state, and federal laws; contract and grant negotiation; policy analysis, development, and guidance; overseeing litigation; advising on legal compliance; and other legal projects and needs, as assigned. The position serves as a key resource for legal analysis, policy development, and regulatory compliance across all areas of Department operations. The Staff Attorney also represents the Department's legal interests with the Agency of Human Services, other state departments, the Vermont General Assembly, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Preferred candidates thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy a diverse workload, have broad legal experience, and have a demonstrated commitment to public health or human services.
Who May Apply
This position, Staff Attorney IV - Health (Job Requisition #56108), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Sarah.Gregorek@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Compensation
Salary and benefits will be based upon qualifications and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
Overview
Join a great team dedicated to the public health of Vermonters! The Vermont Department of Health (the Department) has an immediate opening for an energetic and talented Staff Attorney with at least three years of experience to join its legal team.
The Vermont Department of Health is the state's public health agency, providing leadership statewide in public health services, protection, promotion, and policy. The Department's legal team serves as the Health Department's in-house legal counsel, providing legal guidance and advice to all of the Department's divisions, units, and staff.
The chosen candidate will report directly to the Department's General Counsel and will collaborate with Assistant Attorneys General that support the Department. The staff attorney will also work closely with Department leadership, division and program staff, policymakers, and external partners.
Job duties for this position include providing legal advice on complex local, state, and federal laws; contract and grant negotiation; policy analysis, development, and guidance; overseeing litigation; advising on legal compliance; and other legal projects and needs, as assigned. The position serves as a key resource for legal analysis, policy development, and regulatory compliance across all areas of Department operations. The Staff Attorney also represents the Department's legal interests with the Agency of Human Services, other state departments, the Vermont General Assembly, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Preferred candidates thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy a diverse workload, have broad legal experience, and have a demonstrated commitment to public health or human services.
Who May Apply
This position, Staff Attorney IV - Health (Job Requisition #56108), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Sarah.Gregorek@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Compensation
Salary and benefits will be based upon qualifications and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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Mid Level Lead Attorney Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level lead attorney job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight matters you managed from intake through resolution, decisions you made without escalation, and junior attorneys or paralegals you guided. Applications that show substantive depth in a practice area and a pattern of increasing responsibility tend to move forward. Tailor your resume to the specific practice area each role targets rather than listing every matter type broadly.
Which companies hire mid level lead attorneys?
Companies hiring mid level lead attorneys right now include Jobot, Husch Blackwell, and Cooley LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from law firms seeking attorneys ready to run client relationships, as well as in-house legal departments at corporations looking for counsel who can handle complex matters with minimal supervision.
Are there remote mid level lead attorney jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by practice area. About 49% of mid level lead attorney openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with litigation and court-heavy roles more likely to require in-person presence while transactional, compliance, and in-house advisory roles offer more flexibility. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps narrow to openings that match your preference.
How do I move up to a mid level lead attorney role?
Moving into a mid level lead attorney role comes from deliberately building ownership over your first few years. Take on matters where you can manage the full lifecycle, not just execute discrete tasks. Develop depth in one or two practice areas rather than spreading too broadly. Seek out opportunities to advise clients directly, mentor junior staff, and present recommendations independently. Measurable outcomes, like deals closed or cases resolved, demonstrate the kind of impact mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level lead attorneys?
Mid Level lead attorney roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Law & Legal Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their regulatory complexity, transaction volume, and litigation exposure require attorneys who can take genuine ownership of legal matters rather than supporting more senior counsel.