Overview
Litigation Associate – General Liability & Construction Defense Jobs in Saint Petersburg, FL at Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Assistant City Attorney II
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CITY ATTORNEY
Division
CITY ATTORNEY
Requisition Number
2025176
Number of hours worked per week
40+
Work Schedule
Days: Monday – Friday
Shift: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
O – Occasional
Pay Grade
GE19
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$83,285 – $110,353; Depending on qualifications
Job Description
Are you a professional looking to serve the community? Join Our Team!
The City of Chesapeake is seeking an experienced individual to fill the role of Assistant City Attorney II. The successful candidate will perform difficult and responsible administrative work in the rendering of legal services for the City of Chesapeake. The class is responsible for preparing legal documents, providing legal advice, conducting legal research, participating in court proceedings and supervising clerical staff. The class works under general supervision.
Performs legal research and presents findings to supervisor. Prepares legal memoranda setting forth facts, issues and legal recommendations, for signature by the City Attorney.
Reviews and drafts ordinances, resolutions, contracts, deeds, leases, pleadings, writs, releases, franchises, and other legal documents for review by the City Attorney.
Attends meetings to provide legal guidance to assigned boards and commissions and departments heads. Responds to inquiries for legal information from City employees.
Assists the City Attorney and the Deputy City Attorney in handling major litigation and special projects by performing legal research and preparing documents as may be directed.
Attends court proceedings as representative of departments for collections, code violations and other matters which impact the City. Assists in major litigation and helps prepare cases for trial by interviewing witnesses, examining law and evidence and preparing discovery.
Attends civic league and other citizen forums to assist City staff members with legal issues that may arise.
Provides legal input to the City’s Legislative Liaison upon request, and prepares updates to the City Code as needed to comply with changes in State Law.
Assists in land acquisitions including plat review, title searches, correspondence with landowners, preparation of resolutions, certificate and petitions, and filing documents with the court.
Performs related tasks as required
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires a Juris doctorate.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a Commonwealth of Virginia Law License, or eligibility for membership in the Virginia Bar. Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed to practice in Virginia.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
03/27/2025
Job Close Date
04/25/2025
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a legal writing sample with your application materials.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
L=Light – Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Walking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Carrying
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Reaching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Twisting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Climbing
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Office equipment to include computers, telephone, and copier.
Protective Equipment Required
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
N = Never
Chemical Hazards
N = Never
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse
N = Never
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
S = Seasonally
Extreme Temperatures
N = Never
Noise and Vibration
N = Never
Fumes and Odors
N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
N = Never
Darkness or Poor Lighting
N = Never
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Yes, other attorneys in the office.
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
Title: Litigation Associate – General Liability & Construction Defense
Company: Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP
Location: Saint Petersburg, FL
