Municipal Attorney: Civil & Criminal Prosecution & Advisory

Safetycityabilene; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Safetycityabilene is seeking a City Attorney to perform essential legal duties including preparing cases for trial and advising City boards. The role demands a Juris Doctorate degree and municipal law experience.

The attorney will handle a variety of responsibilities such as overseeing legal instruments, investigating claims, and ensuring compliance with City ordinances.

Located in Abilene, this position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience as a practicing attorney preferred.
• Experience in municipal or governmental practice preferred.
• Minimum of four years of experience as an attorney required for Attorney II.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and try cases, with or without juries.
• Initiate ordinance compliance proceedings in court.
• Advise City boards and commissions.

Skills

Legal research

Court presentation

Client advising

Analytical thinking

Compliance procedure

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Safetycityabilene is seeking a City Attorney to perform essential legal duties including preparing cases for trial and advising City boards. The role demands a Juris Doctorate degree and municipal law experience.

The attorney will handle a variety of responsibilities such as overseeing legal instruments, investigating claims, and ensuring compliance with City ordinances.

Located in Abilene, this position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively.