Supervising Senior Attorney (Litigation)

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking a Supervising Attorney for the Litigation Division with a strong background in civil and employment litigation, as well as substantial trial experience. The role involves high‑level interaction with city leadership and multiple departments to manage complex matters.

The ideal candidate will supervise paralegals and staff, demonstrate excellent written and oral communication, and lead all phases of litigation from discovery through ADR in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
• Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or able to obtain membership within one year.
• At least ten (10) years of post-graduate litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions and alternative dispute resolution.
• Supervise paralegals and/or administrative staff.
• Coordinate with Atlanta City Council, City Departments and other municipalities on complex legal matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Trial experience

Paralegal management

Written communication

Oral communication

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

SUPERVISING ATTORNEY - LITIGATION DIVISION

CITY OF ATLANTA LAW DEPARTMENT

Salary Range: $107,271 - $150,000

Position posted until filled

General Description

The ideal candidate should have at least ten (10) years of litigation experience in general civil and/or employment litigation in state and federal courts, including appellate work. The ideal candidate should have substantial first and/or second chair trial experience and experience working with Assistant and Associate Attorneys. The applicant should also be capable of handling all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions and alternative dispute resolution. Applicants must have experience managing paralegals and/or administrative staff.Experience drafting legislation is a plus. The Supervisory Senior Attorney in this position will have extensive contact with Atlanta City Council, multiple City Departments and the governing bodies of several other municipalities.

Applicants must possess strong written and oral communication skills, analytical skills, sound judgment, professionalism and the interpersonal skills necessary to contribute to a litigation team handling complex legal matters in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate degree required. Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one (1) year of employment. Must have at least at least ten (10) years of post-graduate experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law.
• Demonstrated experience with aviation law is a plus.

WorkSchedule

This position follows the City's hybridworkschedulepolicy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires in-personworkat Cityworksites/facilities at least four (4) days per week, with the option toworkremotely one (1) day per week, based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybridworkscheduleis subject to change at any time to five (5) days in-personwork.