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Job Description
Job Posting Open Until Filled
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - LITIGATION DIVISION
CITY OF ATLANTA LAW DEPARTMENT
General Description
Applicants should be capable of handling all stages of litigation including discovery, depositions, and alternative dispute resolution. The ideal candidate should have at least three (3) years of litigation experience in general civil litigation in state and federal courts. The ideal candidate should have trial experience and experience working with senior attorneys and administrative staff. Prior experience representing a municipal or other local government is not required. The position will require extensive contact with various City Departments and Atlanta City Council.
Applicants must possess strong written and oral communication skills, analytical skills, sound judgment, professionalism, and the interpersonal skills necessary to contribute to a litigation team handling complex legal matters in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate degree required. Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one (1) year of employment. Must have at least at least three (3) years of post-graduate experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law.
Demonstrated experience with aviation law is a plus.
Application Instructions
Interested parties should apply online by visiting the City of Atlanta website at www.atlantaga.gov or directly at https://atlantaga.taleo.net/careersection/coa_general_external/jobdetail.ftl?job=210015&iniurl.sns_id=mailto&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Atlanta
Show moreAt the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life. If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.
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