Senior Labor & Employment Attorney

Mayor and City Council of Baltimore; United States; On-site; USD 127,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayor and City Council of Baltimore is seeking an experienced attorney for the Law Department's Labor and Employment Practice Group. The role focuses on defending the City in complex employment matters, handling court and agency proceedings, and providing policy guidance.

Qualified candidates will have a law degree, Maryland Bar admission, and at least 10 years' litigation experience with strong advocacy and research skills. A mandatory six-month probation and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• A law degree from an accredited school and Maryland Bar admission.
• Minimum 10 years of litigation experience, including trial work.
• Strong oral and written advocacy and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Defend the City's interests in employment matters in court and before agencies.
• Investigate facts, develop litigation strategy, and prepare motions and pleadings.
• Identify witnesses and coordinate depositions; manage electronic discovery.
• Provide legal opinions on employment policies to City agencies.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Litigation

Independent work

Time management

Education

Law degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Westlaw

Electronic discovery

Job description

Mayor and City Council of Baltimore is seeking an experienced attorney for the Law Department's Labor and Employment Practice Group. The role focuses on defending the City in complex employment matters, handling court and agency proceedings, and providing policy guidance.

Qualified candidates will have a law degree, Maryland Bar admission, and at least 10 years' litigation experience with strong advocacy and research skills. A mandatory six-month probation and background checks apply.