Job Description

Posting number: 202600467

Department: Law Department

Job classification: Senior Attorney (City)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Attorney

City of Lincoln, Nebraska

Assistant City Attorney

Pay starting at $83,595- depends on qualifications.

The City of Lincoln is looking for an attorney to join our vibrant and talented legal team in the City Law Department! As in-house legal counsel for the City of Lincoln, we boast a challenging and enjoyable work environment to practice law.

This position is in the Civil Division with an abundance of varied and unique legal issues to grow professionally with the potential to focus on litigation supporting all departments across the city. Transactions and other aspects of municipal law will also be included.

This unique opportunity in public sector law offers work/life balance, stability, great professional peers and the chance to serve the community of Lincoln! The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The benefits package is impressive as well.

If you are ready for a change and want a challenging career, we encourage you to apply!

For more details and to submit an application visit: https://jobs.lincoln.ne.gov

NATURE OF WORK/EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Primary responsibilities could include but are not limited to: protecting the City’s interest in civil litigation cases in State and Federal court as well as before administrative tribunals in the areas of civil rights, eminent domain, appeals, tort, worker’s compensation, and collections; drafting City policies, regulations, and legislation; negotiating, drafting, and reviewing contracts and agreements; employment and labor law; and advising elected officials, City departments, boards, and commissions.

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited College of Law

Necessary Special Requirement:

Membership in the State of Nebraska Bar Association with eligibility to practice law in the State of Nebraska.