Senior Civil Litigation Attorney — Public Sector Impact

City of Topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kansas Public Employee Retirement System

Generous paid Vacation and Sick leave

Paid Life/Long Term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic

Job summary

The City of Topeka is seeking a licensed attorney for its Legal department to join the Civil Litigation team. The role involves performing research, drafting legal documents, and representing the City in various legal proceedings.

The ideal candidate should possess a JD degree, be licensed in Kansas, and have at least five years of professional law experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including retirement plans and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Kansas.
• Must pass an extensive background check.
• At least five years of professional law experience required.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City in civil litigation and arbitrations.
• Investigate and manage tort claims filed with the City.
• Provide training to City departments on discovery responses.

Skills

Civil litigation best practices

Organization and time management

Communication skills

Judgment and prioritization of tasks

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

The City of Topeka is seeking a licensed attorney for its Legal department to join the Civil Litigation team. The role involves performing research, drafting legal documents, and representing the City in various legal proceedings.

The ideal candidate should possess a JD degree, be licensed in Kansas, and have at least five years of professional law experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including retirement plans and paid leave.