General Civil Counsel — Government & Real Estate

Fort Bend County, Texas; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 71,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County seeks a qualified attorney to handle general civil matters and real estate transactions. You will draft contracts, provide legal opinions, and respond to public information requests while conducting thorough research and providing guidance to elected officials and managers.

Minimum JD, Texas license, and 4 years of relevant experience are required; strong communication, interpersonal skills, and a valid driver’s license are essential.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Jurisprudence; Licensed by the Texas Supreme Court.
• 4 years job related experience required.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, elected officials and department directors/managers.

Responsibilities

• Represents Fort Bend County in general civil matters/civil actions, not litigation, as required.
• Drafts and reviews legal documents such as contracts, agreements and resolutions and may participate in negotiations related to such documents.
• Conducts legal research.
• Drafts and reviews documents related to real estate transactions.
• Issues legal opinions to elected officials and directors/managers.
• Responds to requests for information under the Texas Public Information Act.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal research

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Fort Bend County seeks a qualified attorney to handle general civil matters and real estate transactions. You will draft contracts, provide legal opinions, and respond to public information requests while conducting thorough research and providing guidance to elected officials and managers.

Minimum JD, Texas license, and 4 years of relevant experience are required; strong communication, interpersonal skills, and a valid driver’s license are essential.