Assistant City Attorney II - Prosecution & Advisory

Gulfshoresal; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfshoresal City Government seeks an Assistant City Attorney II to conduct legal research, investigate claims, prosecute ordinance violations, and advise departments on legal matters. The role involves responding to inquiries, preparing documents, and representing the City in court or administrative hearings.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, Texas Bar license, and have 5+ years of city government experience; experience in employment or civil rights law is a plus.

Qualifications

• JD required and licensed Texas attorney.
• 5+ years of city government experience.
• Experience in employment/ civil rights law a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal research and draft documents such as ordinances, contracts, and pleadings.
• Prepare legal documents for civil and administrative proceedings, including discovery and briefs.
• Attend hearings in state and municipal court and administrative tribunals.
• Advise City departments on claims, lawsuits, and personnel matters.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Texas State Bar License

Legal research

Ordinance prosecution

Public sector experience

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Gulfshoresal City Government seeks an Assistant City Attorney II to conduct legal research, investigate claims, prosecute ordinance violations, and advise departments on legal matters. The role involves responding to inquiries, preparing documents, and representing the City in court or administrative hearings.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, Texas Bar license, and have 5+ years of city government experience; experience in employment or civil rights law is a plus.