Top 89 Government attorney Jobs in Texas

Attorney II
City of Corpus Christi —Corpus Christi, TX
- $85,416.66 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Assistant City Attorney II
City of Dallas, TX —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Assistant City Attorney
City of Lewisville, TX —Lewisville, TX
- $105,806 - $133,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Word processing
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Government Contracts Attorney
E-Space —Arlington, TX
- $120,000 - $180,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Assistant City Attorney I
City of El Paso, TX —El Paso, TX
- $86,240 - $119,560 a year
- Contract
- Mid-level
- Editing
Enforcement Attorney
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $8,581.66 - $10,785.83 a month
- Online Application
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Office
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
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LITIGATION ATTORNEY – GENERAL LITIGATION SECTION
City of Houston, TX —Houston, TX
- $112,639.28 - $170,492.14 a year
- Extended hours
- Microsoft Word
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Outlook
Assistant City Attorney II
City of El Paso, TX —El Paso, TX
- $106,240 - $140,060 a year
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- 4 years
Assistant United States Attorney - TERM (Civil)
U.S. Department of Justice —Houston, TX
- $88,510 - $197,100 a year
- Online Application
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
14d
Assistant United States Attorney (Appellate)
U.S. Department of Justice —San Antonio, TX
- $78,905 - $197,100 a year
- Writing skills
- Analysis skills
- Organizational skills
City Attorney's Office -Assistant City Attorney I
City of McAllen —McAllen, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Assistant City Attorney
City of San Marcos, Texas —San Marcos, TX
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)
U.S. Department of Justice —El Paso, TX
- $76,748 - $197,100 a year
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)
U.S. Department of Justice —Houston, TX
- $88,510 - $197,100 a year
- Online Application
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
14d
System Contracting Attorney
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $9,166.67 - $9,460.42 a month
- Online Application
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Office
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
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CCR Enforcement Attorney
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $7,716.66 - $10,750.00 a month
- Online Application
- Word processing
- Writing skills
- Office
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
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Assistant City Attorney
City of Tyler —Tyler, TX
- $73,877 - $110,816 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Office
- Analysis skills
Guardianship Attorney
Health & Human Services Comm —San Antonio, TX
- $8,581.66 - $9,460.45 a month
- Online Application
- Writing skills
- Office
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
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DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE - TRIAL TEAM CHIEF
County of El Paso, TX —El Paso, TX
- $113,175.92 - $180,070.70 a year
- Extended hours
- 6 years
- Customer service
- English
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Attorney IV
Health & Human Services Comm —Austin, TX
- $10,383.83 - $10,676.70 a month
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Office
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
Quick Apply

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Attorney II

City of Corpus Christi -
Corpus Christi, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$85,416.66 a year

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
Doctor of Law (JD)
Driver's License
Bar

Full Job Description

Overview

Under the direction of the City Attorney and supervisors, the Attorney II will provide legal counsel to the City of Corpus Christi, consult with and advise departments, officers, boards and committees, and, as assigned: (a) serves as legal counsel regarding any assigned functions, business or activity of the City; (b) assists and advises attorneys representing the City in City, State and Federal courts; (c) represents the interests of the City before City, State and Federal administrative agencies; and q(d) manages and accomplishes assigned work.

Responsibilities

Analyze legal issues and determine the law by reviewing statutes, regulations, cases, law reviews, and other legal research using books, publications, the internet, electronic legal services and consulting with supervisors and others

Prepare, review and edit documents, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, easements, pleadings, motions and briefs

Represent the City and advise and consult with clients and attorneys in a wide range of legal matters including contracts, legislation, employment issues, litigation, arbitration, and mediation; and negotiate the terms of contracts, agreements and documents with opposing counsel and third parties; and identify available practical approaches to conflict problem resolution

Provide legal advice and counsel to departments, City officers, committees and boards on a variety of issues based on the applicable facts, documents and state and federal law

Investigate events and issues by ascertaining the required information, obtaining relevant documents and physical evidence, identifying and interviewing potential witnesses, and arranging for the appropriate examination or testing of physical evidence

Participate in all assigned duties, prepare evaluations, attend City functions and keep records

Maintain professional knowledge and required skills by self-study, maintaining required license and compliance with the Code of Disciplinary Rules and Professional Conduct

Develop solutions to problems by evaluating available courses of action and consulting with supervisors; counsel, advise and guide individuals, and work on issues with limited supervision

Demonstrates tact, firmness, and assertiveness in pursuing or protecting the client’s interest

Travel within the City, State and as required to perform the duties of this position

Successfully represent the City in administrative hearings and proceedings

Manages assignments, setting priorities, setting target dates, and demonstrating discipline in following the plan

Builds and sustains productive working relationship with supervisor, understanding when it is appropriate to inform, consult, or seek advice

Demonstrates a willingness to continue to learn and take on increasingly complex work

Litigate effectively with supervision and substantially satisfy the above requirements

May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

· Exempt – Full-Time

· Non rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; must be available to work additional hours as needed

· In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

· Doctor of Jurisprudence

· Two (2) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

· Licensed by State Bar of Texas

· A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

· Criminal Background Check: Yes

· Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

· Drug Screening: Yes

· Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

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