Attorney III

The City of Corpus; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Corpus is seeking a seasoned attorney to provide legal counsel to the City, advise staff and departments, and represent assigned functions in litigation and other matters. The role requires strong knowledge of municipal law, ability to draft and review contracts, and experience negotiating with opposing counsel.

Responsibilities include analyzing legal issues, preparing and editing a wide range of legal documents, and guiding departments on compliance with state and federal law.

Qualifications

• JD required; Texas bar license preferred.
• Minimum five years of practicing municipal law or related field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze legal issues by reviewing statutes, regulations, cases and legal literature.
• Prepare, review and edit legal documents, ordinances, contracts and pleadings.
• Represent the City in litigation, arbitration, mediation and related matters; negotiate terms with opposing counsel.

Skills

Municipal law experience

Legal research

Litigation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research databases

Job description

Overview

Under the general direct on of the City Attorney, provides legal counsel to the City, consults with and advises professional staff, represents assigned departments and as assigned: (a) serves as legal counsel regarding any assigned function, business or activity of the city; (b) advises and assist others in preparation for litigation in the city, state and federal courts; (c) assigned attorneys; and (d) monitors and provides guidance to outside attorneys as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Analyze legal issues and determine the law by reviewing statutes, regulations, cases, law reviews, and other legal research using books, publications, the internet, electronic legal services and consulting with others
• Prepare, review and edit documents, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, easements, pleadings, motions and briefs
• Represent the City and advise and consult with clients and attorneys in a wide range of legal matters including litigation, arbitration and mediation; negotiate the terms of contracts, agreements and documents with opposing counsel and third parties; and identify available practical approaches to conflict and problem resolution
• Provide legal advice and counsel to departments, City officers, committees and boards on a variety of issues based on the applicable facts, documents and state and federal law, develop alternative solutions to problems by evaluating available courses of action, counsel, advise and guide individuals
• Investigate events and issues by ascertaining the required information, obtaining relevant documents and physical evidence, identifying and interviewing potential witnesses, and arranging for the appropriate examination or testing of physical evidence
• Participate in all assigned duties, prepare evaluations, attend city functions and keep records; maintain professional knowledge and required skills by self study, maintaining required license and compliance with the Code of Disciplinary Rules and Professional Conduct, travel within the City, State and otherwise as required to perform the duties of the position
• For those attorneys III assigned as litigators: Litigate effectively without supervision and substantially satisfy the above requirements
• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Exempt – Full-Time
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Juris Prudence
• Five (5) years of experience – practicing municipal law or full-time practice in a related field (e.g. municipal law, litigation, contracts, construction, water, wastewater, environmental, personal injury, employment law, civil rights law, municipal court prosecution, other municipal transactions, etc.)

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed by State Bar of Texas
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.