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San Francisco, California, United States The San Mateo County Bar Association Full time

The San Mateo County Bar Association is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of Deputy City Attorney. This role involves providing comprehensive legal guidance and transactional support to various municipal departments.

The selected attorney will focus on offering general legal advice, particularly to the human resources department, transportation division, and utilities department. Additional responsibilities may include working with other municipal sectors as needed.

Essential Qualifications
  • Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited institution.
  • A minimum of three years of legal practice, including at least one year of experience with public entities.
  • Active membership in the California State Bar.
Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess a background in advising municipal governments, whether through direct employment or within a law firm setting. Expertise in key areas such as labor and employment law, transportation planning, public works, and utility regulations (including gas, electric, water, and wastewater) is highly desirable.

Familiarity with municipal ethics regulations, open meeting laws, public records statutes, and due process standards is essential. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, along with effective problem-solving abilities and a collaborative approach to teamwork, are critical for success in this role.

For more information on how to apply, please refer to the organization's official website.