Serve as the primary legal resource for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations and laws governing lottery operations and gaming activities. Advise on legal matters related to the development, implementation, and management of new and existing lottery games and marketing strategies. Provide legal counsel in the drafting, review, negotiation, and execution of all legal agreements, including contracts with vendors, retailers, service providers, marketing partners, and other external stakeholders. Manage the legal risks associated with lottery operations and advise on appropriate risk mitigation strategies. Develop and maintain comprehensive internal policies, procedures, and legal documentation to ensure legal compliance across all departments of the Arkansas Lottery. Represent the OAL in legal proceedings, including litigation, administrative hearings, and negotiations with outside counsel, when necessary. Handle disputes and legal challenges involving the OAL’s operations, including vendor disagreements, intellectual property issues, and regulatory challenges. Ensure that all contracts comply with state procurement laws and protect the interests of the OAL, focusing on transparency, fairness, and risk mitigation. Advise senior leadership on matters related to ethics, transparency, and corporate governance to ensure the integrity and accountability of lottery operations. Oversee the development and enforcement of ethical standards and policies within the OAL, ensuring compliance with state ethics rules, public transparency, and responsible conduct. Address any legal or ethical concerns raised by employees, stakeholders, or the public, and ensure appropriate actions are taken. Promulgate OAL rules as necessary to maintain compliance and uniformity with state and federal laws. Oversee the licensing team to ensure retailer applications are processed efficiently, fairly, and in compliance with state laws and regulations.