Municipal Attorney

Senior Municipal Attorney

Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior Municipal Attorney to lead and provide legal guidance in all aspects of municipal law. The candidate will be responsible for managing complex legal matters, providing legal advice and representation to government officials, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance to government officials on matters such as land use, annexation, planning, and municipal law
• Represent the organization in legal proceedings and negotiations, including land development, subdivision regulations, public improvement districts, special districts, elections, procurement, open meetings, open records, franchises, contracts, and legal opinions
• Draft and review legal documents, such as ordinances, negotiating agreements, utility matters, real estate transactions, drafting easements, impact fee agreements, tax abatement agreements, and economic development incentives
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on project management initiatives, multitasking between various assignments and agenda review
• Provide legal support to the city council, boards, and commissions, including advising on city ordinances, code drafting, and state regulations
• Manage document and file management systems, as well as calendar management
• Demonstrate excellent communication and public speaking skills, while building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct legal research and provide legal opinions on various aspects of municipal law
• Exercise sound judgment and technical skills, while utilizing Microsoft Office and other legal software to provide top-tier client service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in municipal law
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas
• Excellent technical skills in legal research, writing, and drafting legal documents
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, relationship building, and client service
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management software

Benefits