City of Baltimore · 17 hours ago
Lead Counsel, Public Integrity Bureau - Chief Solicitor (NCS) - Baltimore City Department of Law
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$95K/yr - $153K/yr
5+ years expThe City of Baltimore is seeking a senior litigation attorney to join its Police Legal Affairs Practice Group. This role involves leading a team that provides legal support to the Baltimore Police Department, managing civil litigation matters, and advising on policy development and legislative issues.
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Responsibilities
Prepare and try on behalf of BPD cases against police officers charged with misconduct or policy violations. Such cases are adjudicated by administrative hearing boards consisting of five members, including two civilians and three sworn police officers
Review investigatory materials compiled in anticipation of the administrative hearings and work closely with BPD’s Public Integrity Bureau to assist investigators as needed in a vertical prosecution model
Represent BPD in show-cause proceedings filed prior to disciplinary hearings and post-trial appeals of administrative hearing board decisions before the Circuit Court for Baltimore City
Conduct legal research and provide legal opinions to BPD’s Public Integrity Bureau
Represent the BPD in Consent Decree implementation and provide advice and counsel in the development of policies, procedures, and legislative agendas relevant to the area of police misconduct investigations and discipline
Represent the interests of BPD at hearings before boards, commissions, unions and various public and private organizations and groups
Defend BPD in lawsuits brought against the agency in both state and federal court; prepare briefs, conduct civil discovery, draft motions, and other legal case documents as needed
Investigate facts; develop litigation strategies; research and draft motions, pleadings and position statements; develop and present oral arguments
Interact with sworn and civilian members of BPD as well as outside agency partners and opposing counsel on a daily basis
Qualification
Required
A law degree from an accredited law school
Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland is required
At least five (5) years of litigation and strong trial experience, legal writing and/or municipal law and practice before Circuit and District courts
Substantial experience litigating administrative, civil, and/or criminal matters
Strong legal research and writing skills
The ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex matters
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
The ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with others, including with sworn members of BPD
The ability to work independently and meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks
The ability to maintain professionalism under pressure
A strong sense of ownership of tasks and responsibilities
Strong interpersonal skills required to work with the public and various agencies
Strong organization and technology skills, including the ability to coordinate and conduct electronic discovery, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office software and legal research platforms such as Westlaw
A willingness to perform with minimal administrative support
Preferred
A background in criminal law, labor and employment, police disciplinary hearings or police litigation is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical
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Optional life
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Wellness programs
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Company
City of Baltimore
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