Sr. Assistant Attorney

Lead complex municipal litigation. Shape legal strategy. Mentor the next generation of public sector attorneys.

Estimated Hiring Salary Range
: $111,182 - $146,292 Full Salary Range
: $111,182 - $198,957

Benefits:

We offer an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.

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May require flexibility to meet the needs of the City, including attendance at meetings, court proceedings, and emergency response situations.

The City Attorney’s Office is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Sr. Assistant City Attorney to perform a wide variety of legal assignments ranging from basic to highly complex. This role is designed for a seasoned municipal attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and is motivated by public service, leadership, and professional excellence.
This role will require the attorney to have significant experience in civil litigation, municipal law and experience practicing in state and federal courts.

This position is typically filled through advancement from the Assistant City Attorney level; however, candidates with equivalent outside experience in municipal or related public-sector law are strongly encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate must have thorough knowledge of state and federal constitutional and statutory provisions relating to municipalities; knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence; knowledge of applicable civil law and contract law; ability to draft and finalize complex legal documents; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships and demonstrated leadership and staff supervision abilities.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Meaningful public service work that directly impacts the community
• High-level, complex legal matters that challenge and grow your expertise
• Opportunities to mentor, supervise, and develop legal talent
• A collaborative, mission-driven legal team
• Stability and benefits of public-sector employment

• Leadership visibility and influence within city government

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting advanced legal research and analysis
• Preparing, reviewing, and finalizing complex legal documents
• Managing and litigating difficult and sensitive legal matters
• Handling multiple projects, assignments, and cases concurrently
• Providing legal guidance on municipal operations and policy
• Supervising Assistant City Attorneys, paralegals, and support staff
• Providing training and subject-matter expertise to legal staff

• Working independently with limited supervision while exercising sound judgment

This role provides a strong pathway to advanced leadership opportunities, including:

• Deputy City Attorney
• Chief Deputy City Attorney
• City Attorney

Senior leadership or executive roles within municipal or public-sector legal organizations

Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!

This job is Exempt and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD)
  with 7 to 9 years of related legal experience, including civil litigation
• Active license to practice law in the State of North Carolina
• Admission to practice in Federal Court
  , "OR" eligibility to obtain admission within 2 months period established timeframe
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in municipal or public-sector law
• Litigation experience involving complex civil matters
• Prior supervisory or mentoring experience
• Experience managing high-profile or sensitive cases
• Experience advising elected officials or senior leadership

If you are a seasoned attorney ready to take the next step in your legal career—leading complex litigation, shaping municipal legal strategy, and mentoring future legal leaders—we invite you to apply and help serve the community with integrity, expertise, and purpose.