City Attorney

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City Attorney
The candidate prosecutes citations processed through the Municipal Court. Attends regular and special meetings of City Council and City Boards and Commissions as required to provide legal advice. Prepares and reviews correspondence, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, easements, affidavits, liens, releases, memoranda of law and other legal documents. Issues oral and written legal recommendations and opinions. Represents the City in litigation and/or coordinates the representation of the City by legal specialist or TML-IRP appointed attorney. Keeps informed on state and federal legislation, regulations, and judicial decisions affecting the operations of the City. Advises City Council and City Manager on recommended changes required by these decisions. Provides legal counsel to the City management team and departments. Responds to communications from the public relative to legal matters, city code, etc.. Monitors legislative developments during sessions and confers with department regarding the effect of legislative changes. Assists in the investigation of complaints and claims by or against the City. Serves as advisor to the City Ethic’s Commission. Directs prosecution activities and sets policy for handling of misdemeanor cases. Performs such other duties as may be assigned. Four-year college degree and doctorate in Jurisprudence from an accredited law school; experience with Texas law involving municipal law and the Texas Local Government Code with 10+ years legal experience with at least five years’ experience practicing municipal law is required. Must be licensed to practice law in Texas by State Bar of Texas and membership must be in good standing.

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