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City of Lubbock · 3 weeks ago

Attorney II

Lubbock, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

City of Lubbock is seeking an Attorney II to provide legal counsel to Lubbock Power & Light (LP&L) and defend its interests through preventative law and litigation. The role involves drafting and negotiating contracts, managing compliance with regulations, and providing legal advice for legislative and administrative decisions.

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Responsibilities

Draft and review contracts, proposed ordinances, resolutions, legal opinions, and other legal documents in the areas identified in the summary, among others

Correspond and confer with opposing parties

Communicate and collaborate with elected and appointed officials of LP&L, City, and City staff regarding legal implications of policy formulation and implementation

Research, analyze, and ensure compliance with federal and state statutes, case law, and administrative regulations

Review and craft pleadings, briefs, and other submissions to the courts and administrative agencies

Research and analyze facts, legal positions, and relevant case law and statutory authority in support of LP&L's position

Attend and participate in hearings in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies, including ERCOT and PUC, and American Public Power and Texas Public Power conferences

Supervise LP&L staff responses to discovery inquiries by opposing counsel

Correspond and conference with opposing parties and/or attorneys

Attend and participate in the trials, pre-trial conferences, and depositions of cases in state and federal courts of law

Prepare and argue appeals in state and federal courts of law

Monitor legislative activity of state and federal legislative bodies for proposals affecting or of interest to the electric utility of the City of Lubbock

Upon request, draft comments for legislative committees on behalf of the electric utility of the City of Lubbock

Attend Electric Utility Board and City Council meetings, to ensure compliance with applicable laws, and to provide legal advice as needed

Interact with appointed, elected, and staff, offering legal advice and collaboration to find creative and legal solutions to complex problems

Attend staff meetings to serve as support on matters involving legal opinion

Provide legal advice and support in connection with all legal issues facing LP&L

Maintain state licensure through completion of the minimum continuing legal education requirements

Review and evaluate software packages and library/office resources

Coordinate schedule with others in the office to maintain optimal coverage

Attend Electric Utility Board meetings to ensure adherence to rules of parliamentary procedure, due process, and applicable laws

Attend meetings of citizen governing and advisory boards to ensure compliance with Open Meetings Act, parliamentary procedure, and due process

Process Open Records Requests and ensure compliance with the Open Records Act through GovQA

Communicate with the Office of the Attorney General regarding public record requests and confidential or privileged information

Qualification

Licensed Attorney (Texas)Legal research methodsMunicipal lawContract draftingUtility/Energy industryLabor & employment lawAdmission to Federal CourtAdmission to Fifth CircuitPositive working relationshipsAutonomous workProactive problem solvingEffective communication