Strategic City Attorney & Legal Leader

Jobtome; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 142,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Professional development

Conference attendance (local/national)

City benefits & facilities

Job summary

The City of Leawood, Kansas seeks an accomplished City Attorney to serve as a trusted legal advisor and member of the executive leadership team. The City Attorney will guide the Governing Body, City Administrator, and departments on complex municipal matters and strategic initiatives.

This role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a proactive approach to law, contracts, land use, and public records. Compensation ranges with a vehicle allowance, professional development, and conference

Qualifications

• Must hold a JD from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Kansas.
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible legal experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the Governing Body, City Administrator, and departments.
• Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Assist with legislative matters and risk management.
• Supervise staff and manage outside counsel.

Skills

Municipal law

Contracts

Land use

Employment matters

Open records & meetings

Litigation risk management

Leadership collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Licensed in Kansas

10+ years legal experience

Johnson County residency within 1 year

Job description

The City of Leawood, Kansas seeks an accomplished City Attorney to serve as a trusted legal advisor and member of the executive leadership team. The City Attorney will guide the Governing Body, City Administrator, and departments on complex municipal matters and strategic initiatives.

This role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a proactive approach to law, contracts, land use, and public records. Compensation ranges with a vehicle allowance, professional development, and conference