Associate Attorney (REAL ESTATE AND LAND USE TEAM)

City of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Attorney role will handle a variety of real estate transactions and related matters, including drafting and reviewing legislation and complex real estate documents as well as providing advice and counsel to various departments and boards as assigned. The Associate Attorney will also have contact with City Council, multiple city departments, and the governing bodies of several other municipalities. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal skills, experience working with paralegals and administrative staff, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Applicants should also demonstrate organizational, client management, writing, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is also required.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree required from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with paralegals and administrative staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Organizational skills.
• Client management skills.
• Writing skills.
• Communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of real estate transactions and related matters.
• Draft and review legislation and complex real estate documents.
• Provide advice and counsel to various departments and boards as assigned.
• Have contact with City Council, multiple city departments, and the governing bodies of several other municipalities.
• Staff various board, agency, and commission meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level