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Job Description
Job Posting Open Until Filled
Salary Range: $96,945.86 - $129,296.86
Hiring Department: LAW
General Description and Classification Standards
The role will handle a variety of real estate transactions and related matters, including legislation, advice and counsel. Experience with real estate development agreements, purchase and sale agreements, easements and real estate closings is required. The Senior Attorney will support city boards and commissions relating to real estate matters as assigned. Applicants should have experience working with paralegals and administrative staff. The Attorney will have extensive contact with City Council, multiple city departments and the governing bodies of several other municipalities. Applicants should demonstrate superior client management, writing and communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and are also required. Applicants with prior experience representing a municipality, other governmental/quasi-governmental entity are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate degree required. Seven to ten (7-10) years of experience as a practicing attorney. Must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one (1) year of employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law.
Familiarity with affordable housing-related real estate transactions is a plus.
Application Instructions
Interested parties should apply online by visiting the City of Atlanta website at www.atlantaga.gov -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Atlanta
Show moreAt the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life. If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.
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