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City of Richmond, Virginia · 21 hours ago

Assistant City Attorney

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

The City of Richmond is seeking an Assistant City Attorney to handle civil cases in federal and state trial and appellate courts. The role involves protecting the legal interests of the city and providing legal services and representation to city officials, employees, and departments.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Responsible for protecting the legal interests of the City of Richmond and providing legal services and representation and advice to City officials, employees, and departments

Responsible for reviewing legal matters, providing appropriate counsel, and initiating or responding to legal actions. Working within a general outline of work to be performed and developing work methods and sequences under general supervision

The position will undertake other assignments as needed

Qualification

Juris Doctor degreeVirginia Bar admissionLitigation experienceLegal analysisWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Juris Doctor degree

Admission to the Virginia Bar

Licensed to practice law in Virginia

Independent admission to the bars of individual courts as necessary (e.g., United States District Court, United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, etc.)

Twelve hours of continuing legal education annually

Compliance with additional requirements that may be established by the City of Richmond

Demonstrated ability to apply legal analysis in the solution of technical, administrative, and legal problems

Strong written and verbal skills