Public Agency Litigation Associate - Municipal & CEQA

Jobot; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Competitive Bonus Package

Extremely Competitive Benefits Package

Accelerated Career Growth

Job summary

Jobot in Sacramento seeks a seasoned attorney with Public Agency litigation experience to manage a diverse caseload spanning municipal law, civil litigation, and CEQA matters. You will represent cities, counties, and special districts, providing legal guidance and drafting contracts and briefs as needed.

The role requires a JD, admission to the State Bar, and at least 5 years of public agency litigation experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in public agency litigation, with a strong background in municipal law, civil litigation, CEQA, construction defect, and construction cases.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse caseload of public agency litigation matters, including municipal law, civil litigation, CEQA, construction defect, and construction cases.
• Representing public agencies, cities, counties, and special districts in various litigation matters.
• Interpreting, analyzing, and providing guidance on local government laws, regulations, and policies.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal memoranda, briefs, motions, pleadings, and other court filings.
• Providing sound legal advice to public agency clients on a wide range of legal issues.
• Participating in court proceedings, including hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations.
• Collaborating with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure the efficient and effective handling of cases.

Skills

Public Agency Lit

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Advocacy

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Jobot in Sacramento seeks a seasoned attorney with Public Agency litigation experience to manage a diverse caseload spanning municipal law, civil litigation, and CEQA matters. You will represent cities, counties, and special districts, providing legal guidance and drafting contracts and briefs as needed.

The role requires a JD, admission to the State Bar, and at least 5 years of public agency litigation experience.