In-House City Counsel I — Civil Litigation & Ordinances

Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Boston seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel to represent the City, Boston Fire Department, Boston Police Department, and Boston Public Schools before federal and state courts and administrative agencies.

The incumbent will perform legal research, draft and review ordinances, and prepare opinions on legal issues in civil actions, arbitrations, administrative hearings, mediations, and other negotiations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor required.
• 0–2 years of experience as a lawyer in a law firm or governmental legal office.
• Licensed to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with no disciplinary record.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-house counsel representation and legal support to the City, BFD, BPS, and BPD.
• Manage a caseload and represent the City and agencies in all assigned cases.
• Conduct all court proceedings on behalf of the City, BPS, BPD, and BFD.
• Prepare for arraignments, and jury and non-jury trials and hearings in state and federal courts.
• Review and draft ordinances.
• Perform legal research and render opinions to City officials.

Skills

Legal research

Oral & written communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Westlaw

Social Law Library

Job description

The City of Boston seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel to represent the City, Boston Fire Department, Boston Police Department, and Boston Public Schools before federal and state courts and administrative agencies.

The incumbent will perform legal research, draft and review ordinances, and prepare opinions on legal issues in civil actions, arbitrations, administrative hearings, mediations, and other negotiations.