Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Municipal Attorney

Municipal Attorney - Local Government Law Specialist

Position Overview
We are a mission-driven municipal law firm committed to fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented work culture. We are seeking a skilled Municipal Attorney with a passion for public service and deep expertise in local government law. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with municipalities across Texas, providing strategic legal counsel on a wide range of complex and high-impact issues including land use, zoning, governance, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as general counsel to cities, villages, towns, and special districts, advising elected officials, administrators, and department heads.
• Draft, negotiate, and review municipal ordinances, resolutions, development agreements, intergovernmental agreements, and procurement contracts.
• Represent municipal clients in administrative hearings, circuit court litigation, and appellate proceedings.
• Provide legal guidance on open meetings, public records, ethics, and statutory compliance under Texas law.
• Advise on land use planning, zoning code enforcement, conditional use permits, variances, and comprehensive plan implementation.
• Support clients in navigating state and federal regulatory frameworks, including DNR, DOT, and PSC matters.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting local governments and proactively advise clients on implications.
• Facilitate public hearings, board meetings, and workshops, often serving as the legal voice in real-time decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Texas (or ability to obtain promptly).
• 3+ years of experience in municipal law, land use, or public sector legal practice.
• Strong legal drafting and analytical skills, with a focus on clarity and precision in public documents.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships and deliver responsive, solution-oriented counsel.
• Experience with public finance, redevelopment, or environmental law is a plus.
• Commitment to professional development and contributing to a positive, team-based culture.

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 09/08/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.  CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.

Job Tags

Ongoing contract, Local area

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