Chief Assistant City Attorney, Civil Division

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lincoln & Lancaster County seeks a Chief Assistant City Attorney-Civil Division to lead the Civil Division of the City Attorney’s Office. The role requires extensive knowledge of municipal law, leadership, and strategic legal analysis. The incumbent will supervise civil attorneys and act in the City Attorney’s absence, providing high‑level legal services and advising elected officials. Must be admitted to Nebraska bar and in good standing.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to the practice of law in Nebraska.
• Experience in municipal or in-house municipal counsel preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Chief Assistant City Attorney for the Civil Division.
• Provide specialized legal services and leadership in the Civil Division.
• Develop and articulate sound case strategy and analysis.
• Draft complex legislation and advise elected officials/directors.
• Oversee operations and supervise civil attorneys.

Skills

Municipal law

Leadership

Legal writing

Oral communication

Negotiation

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Chief Assistant City Attorney-Civil Division

This position serves as the Chief Assistant City Attorney for the Civil Division in the City Attorney’s Office for the City of Lincoln, Nebraska. This position provides highly specialized legal services for the Civil Division and is designated as the City Attorney in his/her absence. This position is responsible generally for operations in the Civil Division and supervising the civil attorneys. It requires a high degree of knowledge and proficiency in the application of municipal legal practices and leadership. Must have strong oral and written communication skills, effective stress management skills, as well as experience in developing and articulating sound case strategy and analysis; issuing legal opinions; drafting complex legislation; advising elected officials/directors; and project negotiation. Knowledge of city operations and previous experience as in‑house counsel for a municipality is preferred.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Must be admitted to the practice of law and in good standing with the Nebraska Supreme Court.