Associate Attorney-Public Entity

LeoForce; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce in Los Angeles, CA seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Public Entity law to join our team. You will provide legal counsel to cities, counties, and special districts, handling land use, labor, and employment matters, and draft ordinances, contracts, and other documents.

Candidates should have a JD, state bar admission, at least 5 years in public entity practice, strong research and writing skills, and the ability to manage multiple cases with deadlines while communicating

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in public entity law, including municipal, land use, labor, and employment matters.
• Demonstrated experience advising public entities, including cities, counties, and special districts.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities; ability to manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Providing legal counsel to public entities on land use, labor and employment matters.
• Drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Representing public entities in litigation, administrative proceedings, and negotiations.
• Conducting legal research and producing opinions on municipal law issues.
• Advising on compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bar admission in good standing

5+ years public entity law experience

Job description

Associate Attorney-Public Entity

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level

Salary: $150,000 - $250,000 per year

Job Details

Are you a seasoned attorney with a passion for public entity law? Do you have a deep understanding of municipal law and a desire to make a tangible impact on local government operations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Attorney specializing in Public Entity law to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal services to a broad range of public entities, including cities, counties, and special districts. This is a permanent position that offers a unique opportunity to work on challenging legal issues that affect public entities and the communities they serve.

Responsibilities

• Providing legal counsel to public entities on a wide range of issues, including land use, labor, and employment matters.
• Drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Representing public entities in litigation, administrative proceedings, and negotiations.
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal opinions on complex issues of municipal law.
• Advising public entities on compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Participating in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the legal compliance and efficiency of public entities.
• Collaborating with other attorneys, paralegals, and staff to provide high‑quality legal services to our clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in public entity law, with a focus on municipal law, land use, labor, and employment matters.
• Demonstrated experience providing legal counsel to public entities, including cities, counties, and special districts.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, court personnel, and other attorneys.
• Ability to handle a high‑volume workload and manage multiple cases with competing deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and provide practical legal advice.

A bit about us:

Top firm seeks Sr level Attorney with significant litigation experience with Public Entity clients!

Why join us?

Top firm seeks Sr level Attorney with significant litigation experience with Public Entity clients!

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