Senior Municipal Law Counsel for Public Entities
DeCotiis, FitzPatrick & Cole, LLP
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Job summary
DeCotiis, FitzPatrick & Cole, LLP in Paramus, NJ seeks a Municipal Law Attorney to lead municipal guidance, advise governing bodies, and handle land use, procurement, and governance matters for New Jersey municipalities, counties and public entities. A minimum of 10 years of substantive municipal law experience is required, with strong drafting and advocacy skills.
The role also involves mentoring associates, collaborating with partners, and serving as lead counsel on complex matters; a portable
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of municipal/local government law experience.
- Experience serving as general or lead counsel to a municipal/public entity client.
- Strong knowledge of OPMA, OPRA, MLL, Local Public Contracts Law and related NJ statutes.
Responsibilities
- Serve as general or special counsel to NJ municipalities, counties and local public entities.
- Advise governing bodies and boards on a full range of legal issues affecting local government operations.
- Draft ordinances, resolutions, contracts, procurement documents and shared services agreements.
- Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and paralegals; collaborate on case strategy.
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Job description
DeCotiis, FitzPatrick & Cole, LLP in Paramus, NJ seeks a Municipal Law Attorney to lead municipal guidance, advise governing bodies, and handle land use, procurement, and governance matters for New Jersey municipalities, counties and public entities. A minimum of 10 years of substantive municipal law experience is required, with strong drafting and advocacy skills.
The role also involves mentoring associates, collaborating with partners, and serving as lead counsel on complex matters; a portable
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