Senior Associate County Attorney

Cobb County Government • The David Hankerson Building Marietta, GA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Associate County Attorney will be assigned to the Litigation Group in the County Attorney’s Office. The position primarily defends the County, its elected officials, and employees in civil cases before federal, state, and appellate courts and administrative tribunals. Litigation areas include civil rights, employment, wrongful death and personal injury, and general liability. The attorney also advises county departments and elected officials on county governance and operations.

The role represents the County’s legal interests for assigned departments, advises clients under the direction of the County Attorney, and handles large and complex litigation. It also involves developing and reviewing legislation, advising on the Georgia Open Records Act and Georgia Open Meetings Act, and maintaining current knowledge of relevant laws and professional developments.

The position offers a hybrid schedule, with the opportunity to work remotely one day per week after two months of employment. The stated salary range is approximately $115,000 to $145,000, commensurate with experience. The posting refers applicants to the benefits tab for details about the benefits package.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree.
• A minimum of three years of litigation experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess and maintain certification and licensure from the Georgia Bar Association.

Responsibilities

• Represent the legal interests of the County for assigned departments and provide legal advice to represented clients, department heads, elected officials, and managers under the direction of the County Attorney.
• Attend meetings, assess legal issues, research applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and laws, and advise clients on solutions and implementation.
• Write legal opinions and memoranda, develop compliance strategies, and provide information about updates to laws and regulations.
• Handle large and complex litigation, including discovery, pleadings, motions, depositions, client and witness meetings, legal research, and case strategy.
• Attend mediations, trials, and hearings; argue the client’s position; present and examine witnesses; address evidence; issue subpoenas; and prepare and respond to appellate motions.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and adverse parties, and maintain related documentation and files.
• Develop and review legislation; review, draft, and interpret laws, ordinances, regulations, and resolutions; assess the impact of pending and new legislation on County policies and services; and advise County officials and departments.
• Provide advice regarding the Georgia Open Records Act and the Georgia Open Meetings Act.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and professional developments; participate in professional affiliations, training, continuing education, meetings, workshops, and seminars.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Robust benefits package; details are available in the benefits tab of the posting.
• Hybrid work schedule with the opportunity to work remotely one day per week after two months of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree