The City of Waltham is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant City Solicitor to join its Law Department to provide legal counsel, representation, advocacy, prosecution and defense, with a focus on land use and zoning.  Under the general supervision of the City Solicitor, this position will require representing and advising the City Council, Mayor, Zoning Board of Appeals, Conservation Commission and Board of Survey and Planning, as well as various departments in the areas of land use, zoning, conservation, planning and general real estate transactions.

Full job description available through Human Resources and on the City’s website - https://www.city.waltham.ma.us/category/tags/jobs 

Deadline for applications is February 28, 2025.

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Murphy Hesse Toomey & Lehane, LLP seeks an Attorney with 5+ years’ experience in municipal and governmental law. This attorney will have extensive contact with town officials and board members from multiple communities, working in all areas of municipal law including the Open Meeting Law, Ethics Laws, Public Records Law, Town Meeting Issues, Litigation, Trustee Process, Bankruptcy, Licensing. Knowledge of the Zoning Board of Appeals and Wetland Protection Act a plus. Candidates must possess superior interpersonal skills, strong academic credentials, and excellent legal research and writing abilities. MHTL provides highly-sought-after growth opportunities, working with a team of highly qualified and well-respected attorneys. As a mid-sized firm, MHTL offers immediate opportunities for client interaction and business development, and offers a collegial work atmosphere, as well as competitive salary and benefits.

Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter and writing sample to ksmith@mhtl.com.

Please do not contact the office directly.

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The Barnstable County  Commission is seeking applicants for the position of County Counsel and/or Charter Review Counsel.

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Metrowest municipal law firm Petrini & Associates seeks attorney to join thriving practice. 

Municipal, construction, labor, land use, or litigation experience a plus. Comp. salary & benefits.

Please send resumes to info@petrinilaw.com.

The City of Cambridge is seeking a highly motivated attorney to join its collaborative legal team as an Assistant City Solicitor. Under the supervision of the City Solicitor, Deputy City Solicitor, and First Assistant City Solicitor, the Assistant City Solicitor will handle a wide range of responsibilities, including prosecuting and defending civil litigation in state and federal courts, representing the City in administrative proceedings, and advising City officials, boards, and commissions on municipal legal matters. Additional duties include drafting legislation, preparing various legal instruments, and supervising administrative and paralegal staff.

This full-time position (37.5 hours per week) offers a salary range of $127,449 to $147,861 annually.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply here or by visiting www.cambridgema.gov/careers

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Responsible for all aspects of labor relations for entire Boston Public Schools District including, but not limited to:

• Negotiate, administer, interpret and enforce 13+ collective bargaining agreements for approximately 9600 employees; devise and implement strategies for effective negotiations.
• Advise principals, headmasters, executives, managers and supervisors regarding labor and employment issues.
• Lead litigation related to labor grievances at district level disciplinary hearings, arbitrations regarding employee performance, discipline and contract interpretation, and before the Massachusetts Division of Labor Relations, Civil Service Commission and state courts, among other responsibilities.

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The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant City Solicitor I to join the fast-paced, high-volume collaborative and congenial Law Department. Under the direction of the City Solicitor, the attorney will provide competent and timely legal services, advice, and recommendations to the City Manager, City Council and the City’s officers, employees, boards, and commissions. The Assistant City Solicitor will work in both the Advice and Counsel and Litigation Divisions of the Law Department.

Advice and Counsel attorneys render legal opinions to City officers, departments, boards, and commissions, prepares responses to public records requests, drafts legal documents such as ordinances, legislative acts, and the review/drafting of contracts. The employee will also provide litigation services in which the candidate will be advocating on behalf of the City in administrative hearings and state courts.

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The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the Deputy City Solicitor of Litigation to join the fast-paced, high-volume collaborative and congenial Law Department to provide competent and timely legal services in the Litigation Division of the Law Department. Under the direction of the City Solicitor, the position will defend the City in state and federal courts and advocate on behalf of the City in civil litigation, administrative law matters, and occasionally, criminal matters. The position will liaise with outside counsel retained to represent the city in certain matters and will work to retain and oversee industry experts hired by the City. The employee will perform analysis of cases for appropriate and fair disposition and will manage a small group of Litigation Attorneys and a Claims Agent to complete assigned work.

Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.

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The Town of Falmouth seeks an experienced, highly motivated, creative attorney to serve as the Associate Town Counsel in the Town’s Law Department. Town Counsel’s Office provides legal advice and advocates for the Town of Falmouth, its boards, officers and elected officials in all areas of municipal law.

Falmouth’s coastal and natural resources attract and support a vibrant, responsive and responsible community. Under the general direction of Town Counsel, the Associate Counsel plays an integral role in supporting the Town in its pursuit of protecting these resources while promoting sensible and sustainable growth and providing safe and reliable services. Associate Town Counsel works closely with Town officials, providing legal support and advice in the areas of land use, zoning, planning, building and health code enforcement, affordable housing, and real estate. An inspired and thoughtful approach to municipal land use is instrumental to the Town’s ability to create affordable housing, provide long-term solutions for clean water, and craft achievable plans for the future of the Town’s beaches, tidal waters, forests and open space.

Please apply through our Town website here.

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West Group Law PLLC is looking to hire an associate with 0-3 years’ experience to join our team and work on both litigation and transactional matters. We represent municipalities and government agencies in public procurement, contracting, administration and litigation involving public infrastructure assets such as water and wastewater, solid waste, public buildings, transportation, and energy. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to be a self-starter, work independently, approach problem-solving with creativity and versatility, and have excellent communication and writing skills. Admission (or pending admission) to the Massachusetts, Rhode Island and/or New York bar is required. This position may be partially remote, and may be located in our Providence, RI office or our White Plains, NY office.

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