Messer Fort, PLLC · 1 month ago
Municipal Attorney
Frisco,TX,US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expMesser Fort PLLC is seeking an energetic, self-motivated municipal government attorney to join their collaborative team. The role involves providing legal services on a wide range of municipal laws and working closely with a partner to advise cities on various legal matters.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Advise assigned cities on all aspects of municipal law, including land use and development matters, subdivision regulations, public improvement districts and other special districts, elections, procurement, open meetings, open records, contracts, franchises, ordinances, legal opinions, and utility matters
Assist clients with negotiating, drafting and editing agreements, real estate transactions, development and reimbursement agreements, impact fee and tax abatement agreements, easements and utility agreements, and Chapter 380 economic development incentive agreements
Draft and amend documents and city codes, including ordinances and resolutions
Work with developers, engineers, and the municipality to provide guidance and direction on new developments, ETJ matters, and annexations
Conduct research on city ordinances and state regulations
Agenda review/approval in accordance with state and local government code
Qualification
Required
Currently licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Texas
2-4 years of experience practicing in municipal law
Preferred
Land use, annexation, and planning experience
Benefits
Bonuses
Paid holidays
Paid personal leave
Messer Fort contributes toward monthly insurance premiums
After one year of service contributes toward the retirement plan
Company
Messer Fort, PLLC
We represent local governmental entities in all aspects of the law, from annexations to zoning.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Julie Fort
Partner
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