Assistant City Solicitor

3 weeks ago


Philadelphia Pennsylvania, United States City of Philadelphia Full time

Job Title: Assistant City Solicitor

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Assistant City Solicitor to join our team at the City of Philadelphia. As a key member of our legal department, you will play a critical role in representing the City in dependency matters in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia – Family Division.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Litigate dependency cases in Family Court in bench trials
* Litigate permanency hearings for children adjudicated dependent in Family Court
* Litigate termination of parental rights/adoption cases in Family Court
* Represent the City at the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Bureau of Hearings and Appeals in expungement matters
* Prepare City files for review by parents, counsel, and other parties requesting these files
* Litigate motions to quash subpoenas for City records
* Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs
* Research and analyze complex legal issues

**Requirements:**

* Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and process
* Ability to analyze large amounts of information, determine relevant facts, and propose viable solutions
* Ability to find what applicable laws and regulations apply to a specific matter
* Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand
* Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work on teams and collaborate with colleagues and clients
* Excellent research and writing skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to identify and analyze legal issues within complex fact patterns
* Ability to organize and maintain a relatively high-volume caseload
* Ability to work independently

**What We Offer:**

* A dynamic and supportive work environment
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
* A competitive salary and benefits package

**How to Apply:**

If you are a motivated and experienced attorney looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you



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