Municipal Law Attorney

Orion Placement; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks a Municipal Law Attorney to advise cities, districts, and public agencies on a broad range of governance and regulatory matters in a Sacramento office setting.

The role involves drafting contracts and ordinances, representing clients at meetings and hearings, and guiding governance and compliance with experienced colleagues. A CA Bar license and 4+ years of practice are required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of attorney-level legal practice.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Experience in municipal law, public agency counsel, government contracts, land use, or governance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise cities, municipalities, special districts, and public agencies on legal matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate government contracts, ordinances, resolutions, policies, and other documents.
• Provide guidance on municipal governance, land use, regulatory compliance, and public agency operations.
• Represent clients at city council meetings, planning commissions, administrative hearings, and other proceedings.
• Research and analyze complex issues involving California municipal law, public policy, and government regulations.
• Partner directly with public agency leadership to develop effective legal strategies and solve problems.
• Provide training to public officials and agency staff on governance and compliance.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys across multiple practice areas while managing client matters independently.

Skills

Attorney-level practice

California Bar license

Job description

Pay: $155,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Make a meaningful impact by providing legal counsel to cities, public agencies, and government entities on matters that directly shape local communities.
• Take ownership of sophisticated municipal law matters involving government contracts, land use, public policy, and governance.
• Work directly with public-sector clients, elected officials, and experienced attorneys on interesting and rewarding legal challenges.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, leadership, and career advancement.
• Receive competitive compensation, performance bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and generous paid time off.
• Join a supportive, collaborative team where your judgment, creativity, and contributions are valued.

Location

Sacramento, CA – On-site. Join our Sacramento-based office and enjoy the benefits of working closely with an experienced legal team. Our in-person environment encourages collaboration, mentorship, meaningful client relationships, and professional growth.

Note

Candidates must have 4+ years of attorney-level legal practice experience and an active California Bar license in good standing. Experience in municipal law, public agency representation, government contracts, land use, or governance is preferred. We welcome experienced attorneys with transferable legal backgrounds who are interested in building a rewarding municipal law practice.

About Us

We are an established, full-service law firm serving public agencies, businesses, and private clients throughout California. Our attorneys collaborate across practice areas to deliver innovative, practical legal solutions while building lasting client relationships. We believe in meaningful work, professional excellence, and creating an environment where talented attorneys can thrive.

Confidential Employer.

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Municipal Law Attorney to join our public agency practice and provide strategic legal counsel to cities, special districts, and other government entities.

• Advise cities, municipalities, special districts, and public agencies on a variety of legal and regulatory matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate government contracts, ordinances, resolutions, policies, and other legal documents.
• Provide practical legal guidance on municipal governance, land use, regulatory compliance, and public agency operations.
• Represent clients at city council meetings, planning commissions, administrative hearings, and other public proceedings.
• Research and analyze complex issues involving California municipal law, public policy, and government regulations.
• Partner directly with public agency leadership to develop effective legal strategies and solve challenging problems.
• Provide legal guidance and training to public officials and agency staff on compliance and governance matters.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys across multiple practice areas while independently managing client matters.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of attorney-level legal practice experience.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage legal matters and provide practical advice to clients.
• Excellent judgment, organization, and client relationship skills.
• Experience in municipal law, public agency counsel, government contracts, land use, or governance preferred.
• Familiarity with ordinances, resolutions, administrative proceedings, or public meetings is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great attorneys deserve meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and opportunities to continue growing. You'll have the chance to work directly with public agencies, influence important community decisions, and develop lasting professional relationships. With comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off, performance bonus opportunities, and a collaborative team committed to your success, this is an exciting place to build a fulfilling legal career.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance