Associate Attorney-Civil Litigation

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A growing Civil litigation firm focusing on serving cities and counties through code enforcement, housing standards, nuisance abatement, land and use zoning law is seeking a 2+yr Associate Litigation Attorney
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Salary $110,000 - $200,000 per year

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A growing Civil litigation defense firm focusing on serving cities and counties through code enforcement, housing standards, nuisance abatement, land and use zoning law is seeking a 2+yr Associate Litigation Attorney

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A growing Civil litigation defense firm focusing on serving cities and counties through code enforcement, housing standards, nuisance abatement, land and use zoning law is seeking a 2+yr Associate Litigation Attorney

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We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Associate Litigation Attorney specializing in Municipal law (Local Government and Public Safety) . This exciting position is perfect for a seasoned professional who is passionate about municipal law, public safety, code enforcement, housing standards, receiverships, nuisance abatement, land use and zoning law. The successful candidate will be responsible for representing our local government clients in various litigation matters, including code enforcement, land use and zoning, housing standards, civil litigation, and nuisance abatement. This is a permanent position that offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on public safety and quality of life within our communities.

This is a full time on-site position. Billables are 1950/year

Responsibilities

• Represent local government entities in all stages of litigation, including pre-trial preparation, trial, and appellate practice.
• Provide legal counsel to local government clients on a wide range of issues, including code enforcement, land use and zoning, housing standards, civil litigation, and nuisance abatement.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions on complex issues.
• Attend and represent clients at public meetings, hearings, trials, and other proceedings as required.
• Advise clients on various aspects of municipal law, including compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure effective and efficient representation of clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a litigation attorney, preferably with a focus on municipal law.
• Proven experience in local government, public safety, code enforcement, land use and zoning, housing standards, civil litigation, and nuisance abatement.
• Strong understanding of the legal, social, and political environment affecting local government entities.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals, groups, and organizations.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced litigation attorney who is passionate about public safety and community development. If you have the required experience and skills and are ready to make a significant impact on our local communities, we encourage you to apply.

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