City Attorney: Land Use & Real Estate Counsel

Austin Bar Assocation; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule (3 days remote)

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

The City of Austin's City Attorney's Office seeks an Assistant City Attorney I–III to provide legal services to city departments and officials, conduct research, draft documents, and represent the city in matters with significant political or financial impact.

This role offers a 40-hour week with a hybrid work schedule (three days remote, two on-site at Austin City Hall) and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for professional growth within the Land Use and Real Estate Division.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Current active membership in good standing of the State Bar of Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to city executives and departments.
• Conduct complex legal research.
• Draft legal documents for management and city projects.
• Represent the City in internal and external matters.
• Lead or mentor junior attorneys.

Skills

Texas local laws

Communication skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Legal advocacy

Multitasking

Education

ABA-accredited law school

Texas Bar admission

Job description

The City of Austin's City Attorney's Office seeks an Assistant City Attorney I–III to provide legal services to city departments and officials, conduct research, draft documents, and represent the city in matters with significant political or financial impact.

This role offers a 40-hour week with a hybrid work schedule (three days remote, two on-site at Austin City Hall) and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for professional growth within the Land Use and Real Estate Division.