Senior County Attorney - Litigation & Advisory Lead

Gwinnett County; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Gwinnett County Law Department has an opening for one Senior Assistant County Attorney in Lawrenceville. The attorney will represent the County and assigned departments in state and federal matters, providing legal counsel and guidance to elected officials and boards.

The role may include supervising support staff and handling a broad range of litigation. Requirements include a Juris Doctorate, good standing with the Georgia Bar, and extensive experience as an attorney.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required and Georgia Bar in good standing.
• Ten years of attorney experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licensed to practice in Georgia courts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to represented clients, department directors, elected officials, and boards.
• Attend meetings, research issues, and draft legal opinions.
• Advise on legal solutions and implement them.
• Review, draft, and interpret laws, ordinances, regulations, and contracts.
• Represent clients in state and federal litigation at trial and appellate levels.
• Develop case strategy, manage discovery, negotiate settlements, and handle hearings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and appellate submissions.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws and evolving procedures.
• Participate in training and continuing education activities.

Skills

Computer skills

Legal research

Regulatory knowledge

Trial preparation

Oral advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Mediation

Document drafting

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Gwinnett County Law Department has an opening for one Senior Assistant County Attorney in Lawrenceville. The attorney will represent the County and assigned departments in state and federal matters, providing legal counsel and guidance to elected officials and boards.

The role may include supervising support staff and handling a broad range of litigation. Requirements include a Juris Doctorate, good standing with the Georgia Bar, and extensive experience as an attorney.