Attorney I - Office Practice - Full-time

About the Department

To provide effective and independent legal representation as needed for the City of Lubbock, a home-rule municipal corporation and political subdivision of the State of Texas as may be directed by the City Attorney.  

Position Duties

• Perform legal research and prepare oral and written opinions on various legal problems on an assigned basis;
• Confer with and render assistance to department leaders in establishing departmental policies by applying legal analysis and procedures; and recommend changes in policies and procedures in order to meet legal requirements;
• Research the Texas Public Information Act (Open Records), review responsive documents, provide legal analysis and advice and draft correspondence to the Texas Attorney General in response to public information requests;
• Offer opinions as to legal acceptability of contracts and legal documents presented to the City for consideration by third parties;
• Prepare, draft and review a variety of legal documents including contracts, agreements, resolutions, and other agenda items or documents for municipal management;
• Conduct complex legal research and prepare written and oral legal opinions for City departments, the City Council, and various boards and commissions;
• Assist other city attorneys in preparation of trial briefs and pleadings;
• Perform detailed legal research to facilitate trial brief preparation and rendering of legal opinions by higher level attorneys;
• Research various city codes to facilitate code enforcement by various City departments;
• Perform other duties as assigned; and
• Maintain positive working relationship.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a J.D. or L.L.B. degree from an accredited school of law.  Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
 
Licensed Attorney in the State of Texas
Valid Current Driver's License

Other Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of federal, state, and local laws relating to local government, along with legal research methods.

Ability to:

• Research legal matters quickly and efficiently, including use of computer-aided research;
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others;

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds;
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Place arms above, at, and below should height.