Job’o’th’Week (Entry-Level Edition)
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Attorney I: City of Arlington Attorney’s Office
The Organization:
The City Attorney provides legal counsel and advice to the Mayor, City Council, and all departments of the City of Arlington. The City Attorney prosecutes all actions in the Municipal Court; represents the City in litigation, and is responsible for drafting and preparing contracts, resolutions and ordinances.
The Position:
This position is responsible for performing legal research; drafting legal opinions, legal memoranda, and other legal documents; advising city employees and officials regarding city legal matters; investigating claims and complaints made against the City; representing the City in legal proceedings; and in some instances, prosecuting violators of City ordinances.
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