Public Sector Litigator: Tort & Civil Rights Defense

City of Tacoma; Washington; On-site; USD 93,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tacoma seeks an experienced attorney to join its tort litigation team as a Deputy City Attorney. This appointive role reports to the City Attorney and defends civil actions against the City, its departments, and employees.

You will handle pre-litigation claims, case evaluation, strategy development, and trial preparation while coordinating with city departments and outside counsel. Ideal candidates will have a JD, WA Bar admission, and at least four years of professional legal

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required.
• Admission to Washington State Bar Association.
• 4 years of professional-level legal counsel experience (civil, criminal or administrative).
• Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education.
• Desirable: 4 years of litigation experience.
• Experience as in-house counsel or municipal attorney preferred.
• Ability to independently manage litigation in state and federal court.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity in alignment with City of Tacoma’s initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Defend civil actions against the City of Tacoma, its departments and employees.
• Assist with pre-litigation claims, evaluate cases, and develop case strategies.
• Prepare cases for trial, appear in court, and file briefs and pleadings on time.
• Negotiate settlements and communicate with elected and appointed officials.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

The City of Tacoma seeks an experienced attorney to join its tort litigation team as a Deputy City Attorney. This appointive role reports to the City Attorney and defends civil actions against the City, its departments, and employees.

You will handle pre-litigation claims, case evaluation, strategy development, and trial preparation while coordinating with city departments and outside counsel. Ideal candidates will have a JD, WA Bar admission, and at least four years of professional legal