City Attorney: Municipal Litigation & Foreclosure

COH City Of Hialeah; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hialeah seeks an Assistant City Attorney to assist the City Attorney in supervising and administering the Law Department’s litigation and municipal actions. The role covers major litigation, appellate matters, and duties related to enforcement of city rights in court.

Key responsibilities include representing the City in federal and state court proceedings, handling complaints, discovery, hearings, and trials, and protecting the City’s interests in foreclosures, bankruptcy matters,

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Florida Bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City in foreclosure actions and related proceedings to protect the City’s liens and interests.
• Initiate foreclosure proceedings on behalf of the City.
• Represent the City in bankruptcy proceedings as a creditor or party of interest.
• Provide legal advice to City departments on creditor rights and collection remedies.
• Develop case details and evidence to defend the City in lawsuits and file suits as approved by City Council.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Active Florida Bar member

Job description

The City of Hialeah seeks an Assistant City Attorney to assist the City Attorney in supervising and administering the Law Department’s litigation and municipal actions. The role covers major litigation, appellate matters, and duties related to enforcement of city rights in court.

Key responsibilities include representing the City in federal and state court proceedings, handling complaints, discovery, hearings, and trials, and protecting the City’s interests in foreclosures, bankruptcy matters,