Assistant City Attorney-Litigator

City of Broken Arrow•Broken Arrow, OK

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the City Attorney or designee, this role provides litigation support to the chief litigator and performs other duties as assigned. The position involves representing the City in various civil litigation matters, advising officials and personnel on legal issues to minimize litigation risk, and researching diverse legal topics. Responsibilities include investigating tort claims, drafting and responding to discovery, preparing pleadings and motions, and assisting in prosecuting and defending various civil actions. The role also involves preparing ordinances, providing legal advice to City leadership and employees, and maintaining professional legal knowledge and skills.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Law.
One to three years of related experience.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class D Driver's License issued by the State of Oklahoma.
Possession of an Oklahoma Bar License to practice law.
Admitted to practice in Federal Court for the Northern, Eastern, and Western District Courts of Oklahoma, as well as the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

Assist in representing the City in civil litigation including depositions, hearings, settlement conferences, trials and appeals in State and Federal courts and before administrative agencies.
Study and analyze evidence, interview witnesses and assist in taking and defending depositions.
Advise City officials and personnel on legal matters to minimize the risk of litigation.
Research a variety of legal issues that may arise in civil litigations including, but not limited to, §1983, service of process, contract, property and tort.
Assist in litigating lawsuits in state or federal court.
Investigate tort claims filed against the City of Broken Arrow by interviewing the personnel involved in the tort claim, and gathering, reviewing and analyzing relevant evidence.
Draft and respond to written discovery in civil actions.
Research and write appropriate pleadings, motions, briefs and written discovery.
Assist in determining and investigating possible City liability; makes recommendations regarding the disposition of the claim.
Prepare ordinances and legislation changes.
Provide professional legal advice to the City Council, its Boards and Commissions, department directors, and employees.
Assist in prosecuting civil actions for nuisance abatement cases, breach of contract cases and interpleader actions, including drafting resolutions of necessity, petitions and other appropriate pleadings.
Assist in defending the City in all post-trial appellate litigation, including research and writing appellate briefs and presenting oral argument to the appropriate appellate court.
Assist in defending the City in jury and non-jury trials in civil actions.
Respond to questions and problems presented by private individuals and City personnel regarding City business.
Maintain and update professional knowledge and skills.
Perform other duties as assigned.