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120873.23 - 193397.17 USD / Year
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This senior legal position is responsible for overseeing all civil litigation involving the City. The Chief Litigation Counsel is a member of the City Attorney's Office, and reports to and is under authority of the City Attorney. This employee provides assistance to the City Attorney by devoting personal attention to all litigation matters which affect the City. Due to the wide scope of activities to which attention must be given, there is great need for independent judgement, and a very high degree of responsibility is required.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and manage the City’s litigation portfolio and provide strategic legal guidance on complex legal matters affecting municipal operations
  • Oversee all civil litigation involving the City, including claims, lawsuits, administrative proceedings, and risk-related matters
  • Represent the City in court and before administrative bodies
  • Direct outside counsel when engaged
  • Work closely with City leadership and departments to assess legal risk, develop litigation strategies, and protect the City’s interests
  • Independently handles both trial level and appellate litigation and related court matters as directed
  • Supervises Assistant City Attorneys assigned to litigation as directed by the City Attorney
  • Reads and reviews selected publications to keep current on changes in laws which affect the City
  • Researches legal issues as directed by the City Attorney
  • Drafts legal opinions for Department Heads and City Commissioners
  • Provides advice to various departments within the City so as to prevent or limit future litigation, and to further the City's interests once litigation has commenced, as directed by the City Attorney
  • Handles and/or supervises outside counsel in the handling of labor arbitrations
  • Effectively and positively represents the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation
  • Establishes and maintains effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors and managers
  • Handles court appearances in all courts in the State of Florida at both the state and federal levels

Requirements:

  • Graduation from an accredited law school (L.L.B. or J.D. Degree) and membership in good standing in the Florida Bar
  • Member in good standing of the trial bar of the United States District Court, Southern District of Florida
  • At least five (5) years of experience practicing in the area of civil litigation, with particular emphasis upon actual civil trial experience
  • Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
  • Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
  • Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record

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Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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