Date Posted: April 2, 2024
Eckberg Lammers, PC is seeking a Civil Municipal Attorney with strong experience working on behalf of Minnesota communities.
What You’ll Do
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Advise city leaders on matters related to ethics, personnel, ordinances, contracts, land use, taxes, and finance
- Stay informed on changes to local, state, and federal laws that impact the municipalities
- Draft city ordinances and contracts
- Review all contracts and memoranda to ensure that the city’s legal interests are not compromised
- Attend city council meetings – travel to and attend night meetings
- Attend city meetings – travel to and attend meetings with city staff as requested throughout the week
- Respond to clients in a timely manner- either via phone, email or in person respond within the same working day
- Facilitate real estate development and related document drafting
- Pursue or respond to litigation on behalf of a city, including advocacy in court
Qualifications
- Must be admitted to practice law in Minnesota and in good standing.
- At least 3-5 years’ experience in municipal representation or equivalent relevant experience is preferred.
- Ability to be highly collaborative and enjoy cross-practice-area camaraderie.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to foster existing and build new relationships.
- High level of personal confidence and professional competence.
- Emotionally positive, resilient, and mature; readily adapts to diverse situations.
- Highly focused, reliable, and results oriented.
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
- Driven, focused self-starter with strong multi-tasking and follow-up skills.
- Wants to work in person or in a hybrid environment.
- Demonstrated experience in research, communication and problem-solving.
Working for Us
Compensation, benefits & more
Eckberg Lammers offers an inclusive work environment with opportunity for growth and development in addition to competitive compensation and benefits offerings, including 401(k), health insurance, life insurance, vacation and sick-time.
We welcome you to apply!
Please send your cover letter, salary requirements, and resume to:
Human Resources
Eckberg Lammers is an EOE. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.