Associate Attorney - Municipal Law

Imprimis Group; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer contribution toward benefit

Merit-based discretionary bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative, supportive environment

Job summary

Imprimis Group seeks an Associate Attorney with a strong background in municipal and governmental law to join its North Dallas/Richardson practice. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, preferably in municipal matters, city or county government, or representing governmental entities.

You will provide counsel, draft and negotiate contracts, advise on public information and labor issues, and participate in litigation and real estate matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current and active Texas Bar admission.
• 5+ years of practicing attorney experience preferred.
• Municipal or government law experience strongly preferred.
• Experience within a city attorney's office, county government, governmental entity, or private firm representing municipalities is highly desirable.
• Trial and trial preparation experience is a plus.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Self-starter who can work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, partners, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Professional, team-oriented approach and ability to build trusted client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and guidance to municipal and governmental clients across a variety of matters
• Advise on Texas Public Information Act requirements and compliance
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents
• Counsel clients regarding labor and employment matters
• Assist with litigation, court prosecution, and related legal proceedings
• Handle matters involving real estate and eminent domain
• Advise on environmental and land use issues
• Assist with municipal finance matters
• Research and analyze constitutional law, statutory interpretation, and regulatory requirements
• Provide guidance regarding legal risk, statutory compliance, and governmental procedures
• Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Represent and communicate directly with clients, courts, governmental entities, and other stakeholders as appropriate

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Written & oral comms

Time management

Independent work

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Associate Attorney – Municipal Law

North Dallas/Richardson, TX (Onsite) Direct Hire | $90,000–$150,000, DOE + discretionary bonuses

Job Overview - Our client is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its municipal and governmental law practice. The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of legal experience, preferably within municipal law, a city attorney's office, county government, or a law firm representing governmental entities. This position will handle a broad range of municipal legal matters and provide counsel to public-sector clients throughout North Texas. The attorney will have the opportunity to work independently on legal matters while collaborating directly with experienced attorneys and firm partners on more complex issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and guidance to municipal and governmental clients across a variety of matters


• Advise on Texas Public Information Act requirements and compliance


• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents


• Counsel clients regarding labor and employment matters


• Assist with litigation, court prosecution, and related legal proceedings


• Handle matters involving real estate and eminent domain


• Advise on environmental and land use issues


• Assist with municipal finance matters


• Research and analyze constitutional law, statutory interpretation, and regulatory requirements


• Provide guidance regarding legal risk, statutory compliance, and governmental procedures


• Conduct legal research and draft legal opinions, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents


• Represent and communicate directly with clients, courts, governmental entities, and other stakeholders as appropriate

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school


• Current and active Texas Bar admission


• 5+ years of practicing attorney experience preferred


• Municipal or government law experience strongly preferred


• Experience within a city attorney's office, county government, governmental entity, or private firm representing municipalities is highly desirable


• Trial and trial preparation experience is a plus


• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities


• Excellent written and oral communication skills


• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities


• Self-starter who can work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, partners, clients, and other stakeholders


• Professional, team-oriented approach and ability to build trusted client relationships

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Employer contribution toward benefit costs


• Merit-based discretionary bonuses


• Opportunities for professional development and long-term career advancement


• Collaborative, supportive environment with direct access to experienced attorneys and firm partners

This is an onsite position in Richardson, TX, offering the opportunity to join an established firm known for its municipal law practice, long-standing client relationships, and highly tenured team.