Assistant City Attorney II
NACBA, Tallahassee, FL, United States
The City of Tallahassee is looking for a motivated and skilled attorney to join our team. In this role, you'll work closely with our Litigation Practice Group and experienced attorneys to defend the City's interests across a wide range of civil matters — from the courtroom to the negotiating table. You'll provide high-quality legal services that directly support our mission and the community we serve.
What You'll Do
Represent and defend the City in Federal and Circuit courts, including at trial and on appeal
Prepare and argue motions, manage discovery, and appear at hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trials
Serve as in-house counsel on matters assigned to outside attorneys, keeping cases on track and costs in check
Advise City departments and staff on litigation strategy, risk, and legal obligations
Research emerging legal issues and produce clear, well-reasoned analysis
Handle general municipal law matters alongside the broader team, including public records, ethics, and open meetings
Qualifications
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
4+ years of professional legal experience, with at least 3 years in government law or a closely related field
Active Florida Bar membership
Valid Class E Florida driver's license
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What You'll Do
Represent and defend the City in Federal and Circuit courts, including at trial and on appeal
Prepare and argue motions, manage discovery, and appear at hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and trials
Serve as in-house counsel on matters assigned to outside attorneys, keeping cases on track and costs in check
Advise City departments and staff on litigation strategy, risk, and legal obligations
Research emerging legal issues and produce clear, well-reasoned analysis
Handle general municipal law matters alongside the broader team, including public records, ethics, and open meetings
Qualifications
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
4+ years of professional legal experience, with at least 3 years in government law or a closely related field
Active Florida Bar membership
Valid Class E Florida driver's license
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