Associate City Attorney
$94,648 - $146,705/Yr
City of Virginia Beach - Virginia Beach, VA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Senior
Virginia Beach, VA
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
About the position
The Associate City Attorney position at the City of Virginia Beach involves providing legal services with a focus on eminent domain law and litigation. The role requires strong problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills, as well as the ability to draft legal documents and represent the City in court. The position supports a flexible work schedule and emphasizes a healthy work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Perform all aspects of the eminent domain litigation process.
- Draft condemnation petitions, pleadings, memoranda, and discovery documents.
- Represent the City in Virginia trial and appellate courts of record in eminent domain cases.
- Engage in related administrative proceedings.
- Conduct legal research and analysis.
- Advocate orally and in writing on behalf of the City.
Requirements
- Active membership in good standing with the Virginia State Bar.
- Eligibility to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- At least 5 years of experience with eminent domain litigation, jury trials, and/or expert witness examination.
Nice-to-haves
- Civil litigation experience.
- Public speaking experience.
- Municipal law experience.
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
