JOB
Responsible for the application of professional skills and knowledge in the performance of a wide variety of legal duties as an associate to the municipal City Solicitor. Work is performed with professional independence in accordance with accepted legal practices adapted to municipal requirements under administrative direction of the City Solicitor who reviews work through reports and conferences. Supervision may be exercised over office personnel.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Acts for the City Solicitor in his/her absence or as delegated; provides continuity and legal assistance in the affairs of the office of the City Solicitor.
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Provides legal advice, counsel and opinions for the Mayor, City Council, boards, commissions, committees, officials, office heads, and as assigned by the City Solicitor.
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Studies statues, ordinances, precedents, bylaws, rules and regulations and carries on related legal research.
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Prepares ordinances, orders, resolutions, contracts, leases, deeds, obligations, and other legal instruments and documents.
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Prepares briefs and pleadings, and presents and argues in court, actions, suits and proceedings brought by or against the City, municipal offices, or a City official in his/her official capacity.
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Appears before the legislature, its committees, and various state bodies of quasi-judicial nature, to represent the City’s interests.
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Interviews witnesses, confers with parties, attorneys, and municipal officials, and otherwise investigates suits against the City; negotiates out-of-court settlements.
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Attends meetings and hearings of various municipal boards and commissions to provide legal advice and counsel.
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Supervises the work of office clerical personnel.
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Performs related work as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Juris doctorate degree.
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Zero to four years of experience in professional legal work, including experience in legal research and preparation and trial of cases.
