Lead City Attorney: Complex Litigation & Policy

Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Job summary

The City of Birmingham seeks a Principal Attorney to perform complex legal duties for the city, including trial preparation, research, and advising executive leadership. This role involves negotiating settlements, drafting agreements, and guiding junior attorneys.

Candidates must be members in good standing of the Alabama State Bar with extensive experience in litigation or transactional work, and the ability to lead legal teams and manage projects.

Qualifications

• Active Alabama State Bar membership in good standing.
• Experience handling complex litigation or transactional matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City and its boards in court, hearings and appeals.
• Investigate claims and prepare for litigation to minimize liability.
• Draft and review legal documents for compliance and policy.
• Provide legal advice to executive leadership and agencies.
• Negotiate settlements and contracts on behalf of the City.

Skills

Bar admission

Litigation experience

Leadership

Job description

The City of Birmingham seeks a Principal Attorney to perform complex legal duties for the city, including trial preparation, research, and advising executive leadership. This role involves negotiating settlements, drafting agreements, and guiding junior attorneys.

Candidates must be members in good standing of the Alabama State Bar with extensive experience in litigation or transactional work, and the ability to lead legal teams and manage projects.