Public Health Litigator – City Solicitor Role

Philadelphia PA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 84,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation benefits

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive health coverage

Wellness program

Paid vacation, sick leave & holidays

Retirement savings options

Public Service Loan Forgiveness access

Tuition discounts

Job summary

City of Philadelphia Law Department seeks an attorney to represent city social and health-related entities, managing a large caseload in mental health and code enforcement matters. The role requires superior oral advocacy, strong research and writing, and collaboration with the team.

The unit emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and public service. The attorney will independently manage cases from inception through disposition, respond to subpoenas, interview witnesses, meet with clients, draft

Qualifications

• Experience in representing clients before government agencies and courts.
• Ability to litigate fast-paced, high-volume cases from inception to resolution.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent City before government agencies and judicial forums.
• Litigate high-volume cases from inception to resolution; prepare witness testimony and closing arguments.
• Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and responses; negotiate settlements; manage case files.

Skills

Oral Advocacy

Legal Research & Writing

Case Management

Public Service Values

Education

Law Degree (ABA-accredited) & Pa Bar

Job description

City of Philadelphia Law Department seeks an attorney to represent city social and health-related entities, managing a large caseload in mental health and code enforcement matters. The role requires superior oral advocacy, strong research and writing, and collaboration with the team.

The unit emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and public service. The attorney will independently manage cases from inception through disposition, respond to subpoenas, interview witnesses, meet with clients, draft