Associate Attorney (REAL ESTATE AND LAND USE TEAM)

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Atlanta is seeking an Associate Attorney to join the Real Estate and Land Use Team within the City of Atlanta Law Department. The role focuses on handling a wide range of real estate transactions, drafting and reviewing legislation, and advising multiple departments and boards.

The ideal candidate will have a JD and Georgia bar admission, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment, with a hybrid schedule requiring

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of real estate transactions and related matters.
• Draft and review legislation and complex real estate documents.
• Provide advice and counsel to departments and boards.
• Coordinate with City Council, city departments, and other municipalities.

Skills

Real estate transactions

Legislation drafting

Contract review

Counseling departments

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

State Bar of Georgia in good standing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - REAL ESTATE AND LAND USE TEAM

- STRATEGIC BUSINESS SERVICES DIVISION, CITY OF ATLANTA LAW DEPARTMENT

General Description

The Associate Attorney role will handle a variety of real estate transactions and related matters, including drafting and reviewing legislation and complex real estate documents as well as providing advice and counsel to various departments and boards as assigned. The Associate Attorney will also have contact with City Council, multiple city departments, and the governing bodies of several other municipalities. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills, experience working with paralegals and administrative staff, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Applicants should also demonstrate organizational, client management, writing, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is also required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate degree required from an accredited law school. Must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law.

Work Schedule

This position follows the City's hybrid work schedule policy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires in-person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week, based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybrid work schedule is subject to change at any time to five (5) days in-person work.

This position also provides staffing support for various board, agency, and commission meetings, which may occur outside of normal business hours. Accordingly, the regular work schedule may be adjusted on meeting days to accommodate these duties.