Description:
A Government Entity is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With a population of over 101,000, Lee's Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Lee's Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee's Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks.Recently named America's Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, A Government Entity's historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. A Government Entity offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. We continue to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages and have received Gold Certification from MARC as a Community for all Ages and was also recognized as a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community.
Job Summary:
The Staff Attorney, will be part of a team of highly motivated, professional, experienced attorneys and will gain experience across a broad range of topics related to municipal practice. Under the broad policy and guidance of the City Attorney, the Staff Attorney performs a variety of complex, professional legal work by consulting with and advising the City Attorney, Chief of Economic Development and Planning, Chief of Litigation, other Chief Counsels, City Council, Mayor, City Manager, and City Departments. Researches legal issues on various topics as assigned and recommends courses of action, with a special emphasis on support to economic development, eminent domain proceedings and litigation.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree required and
- State of Missouri License to practice law required and
- Minimum one year of experience as an attorney or in a legal office setting required preferably with municipal or other government law or operations
- Knowledge of Sources for Researching Municipal, State, Federal and Common Law
- Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence
- Knowledge of methods of legal research and forms of contracts
- Knowledge of municipal law, inter-governmental relationships, real estate, contract law, risk management, employment law and labor agreements
- Skills in analyzing complex legal and factual situations and issues
- Excellent skills in written and oral communication and legal research
- Ability to work effectively and efficiently with elected officials, staff members and the public