Deputy Attorney
Job in
Antioch, Contra Costa County, California, 94531, USA
Listing for:
City of Antioch
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-03
Job specializations:
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Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Litigation, Civil Law
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Government
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 11800 USD Monthly
USD
11800.00
MONTH
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Deputy City Attorney
Overview
The City of Antioch is seeking an experienced Deputy City Attorney with strong general law expertise to serve as a trusted legal advisor across the full spectrum of municipal operations. This role handles complex civil, criminal, administrative, and transactional matters; provides high-level counsel to City officials, departments, boards, and commissions; and represents the City in litigation and quasi-judicial proceedings. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of California municipal law, sound independent judgment, and the ability to partner effectively with City leadership to deliver practical, defensible legal solutions.
This position is well-suited for a seasoned public-sector attorney looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, fast-paced municipal environment.
Salary InformationDeputy City Attorney: $11,800 – $14,344
Benefit InformationCollective Bargaining Representation:
Management Bargaining Unit | Management-Unit
Benefits:
Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser 2026 rate, up to family tier) | CalPERS Medical Health Plans | Vision (VSP) | Dental (Delta Dental)
- Retirement:
CalPERS Classic Members 2.7% @ 55;
New PEPRA Members 2% @ 62 - 457 Deferred Compensation Option with employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
Summary DescriptionUnder general direction, provides a wide range of legal services; analyzes complex legal issues, evaluates alternative approaches to problems, and implements sound solutions; prepares legal opinions, pleadings, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, staff reports, and similar documents; represents the City in criminal, civil, and administrative proceedings and in transactional matters; and responds to inquiries from City officials, City staff, community organizations, state and local agencies, and the general public.
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Research and analyze legal issues and statutory and case law; draft and review opinions, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, leases, deeds and other legal documents and instruments; approve ordinances, resolutions and contracts as to form and legality.Represent the City in civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings and in transactional matters; perform all phases of pretrial, trial and appellate work; develop litigation strategy, prepare briefs, drafts pleadings, motions and arguments, and conduct discovery and depositions; file motions and briefs; represent the City in court.Provide legal advice to City departments, City staff, City officials, and certain boards and commissions on a wide range of municipal law; conduct research and provide opinions and advice regarding the duties, powers, functions and obligations of City departments and related bodies.Respond to staff inquiries regarding the legality of specific issues, questions on policy, interpretation of Antioch Municipal Code, and related matters.Assist code enforcement efforts involving nuisances or uninhabitable properties; prepare notices and orders; follow-up on enforcement efforts; advise City staff.Attend meetings of boards, commissions, and committees as requested by the City Attorney; review staff reports and resolutions including those for the Planning Commission; provide staff with feedback and comments.Review insurance information and contracts submitted by all City departments to the City Attorney’s Office.Prepare gun forfeiture petitions for the Police Department; attend hearings and prepare Police Officer witnesses.Prepare oppositions to Pitchess motions and attend related court hearings.Respond to correspondence and public inquiries on legal matters related to City business.Maintain current knowledge of legal issues and precedents; attend and participate in professional group meetings; participate in professional development activities; read publications relevant to area of assignment.Perform related duties as required.Knowledge of
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