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  • 24 Jul 2025 1:00 PM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    TOW-RFQ-25-001 – Request for Qualifications for Legal Counsel Services

    The Town of Westhampton Massachusetts (“Town”) issues this Request for Qualifications (“RFQ”) from highly qualified attorneys/law firms (“Firm/Firms”) to serve as General Town Counsel. The Selectboard is the appointing authority. Appointments are usually made for a period of one year. The successful Firm should meet or exceed the qualifications stated herein and, in general, be exceptionally experienced in municipal law and litigation, and be readily accessible to authorized public officials.

    The successful Firm shall be scrupulous in adhering to required standards of professional conduct and ethics and committed to rendering sound legal advice with suitable objectivity and professional detachment. The Town reserves the right to employ one or more Firm/Firms to meet the legal needs of the Town.

    Qualified Firms interested in responding to this RFQ may download a full copy of the RFQ packet from

    https://www.westhamptonma.gov/bids

    Proposals will be received until 2:00 PM EST on August 25, 2025.

  • 14 Jul 2025 2:00 PM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    The Town of Barnstable is seeking to hire an Assistant Town Attorney who will be responsible for litigation, zoning and land use and other regulatory matters, and who will assist the Town Attorney in advising Town employees and board and committee members on legal issues affecting the Town. The Assistant Town Attorney will represent the Town in legal proceedings and quasi-judicial or administrative proceedings before courts and regulatory agencies. The successful candidate will: have a Juris Doctor degree, be admitted to practice in Massachusetts and be admitted or eligible to practice in federal court; and have at least 7 years of litigation experience, including at least 5 years of municipal experience or equivalent. Zoning and land use and real estate experience preferred. Experience with affordable housing and trusts a plus. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, possess excellent judgment and have strong research and writing skills. Must be able to prioritize and multi-task. Position has the ability to work remotely up to 4 days per week. May be required to attend Town Council and other night meetings.

    The Town of Barnstable (population 49,000) is made up of seven distinct villages, each with their own unique character: Barnstable, Centerville, Cotuit, Hyannis, Marstons Mills, Osterville and West Barnstable. In addition, Barnstable is considered the “hub” of Cape Cod with the largest healthcare facilities, retail shopping centers and major transportation operations including the Barnstable Municipal Airport, Cape Cod Regional Transportation Authority that offers bus service, the Steamship Authority that provides passenger and freight services to the Islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. Barnstable has a budget of over $200 million and has enjoyed a AAA bond rating for several years.

    Annual Salary: $130,729 to $156,233 commensurate with experience. Apply on-line at https://townofbarnstable.us/Departments/HumanResources/Employment-Opportunities.asp

    Application Deadline: August 8, 2025

    The Town of Barnstable is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.

  • 10 Jul 2025 11:00 AM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    This full-time position, Assistant City Solicitor, is responsible for providing legal counsel to the City of Beverly under the supervision of the City Solicitor.  JD degree and member of the Massachusetts Bar required.  Three to eight years of experience in litigation, municipal, labor and/or land use matters strongly preferred. 

    For a detailed job description and qualifications, please visit: beverlyma.gov/Jobs.aspx    Submit resumes to jobs@beverlyma.gov.  Salary range $100,000 to $110,000.  We are an AA/EEO employer.  

    (Click here for further details and application information.) 

  • 10 Jul 2025 10:30 AM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    This position, Legal Assistant, serves as a confidential employee in the City of Beverly Solicitor’s office performing a wide variety of clerical, secretarial, and office management tasks.  These tasks support the attorney as needed in a wide range of legal matters, including preparing routine and legal documents and correspondence, and filing. 

    For a detailed job description and qualifications, please visit: beverlyma.gov/Jobs.aspx.    Submit resumes to jobs@beverlyma.gov.  Salary range $50,000 to $65,000.  This is a 35 hour per week position with full benefits.  We are an AA/EEO employer.  

    (Click here for further details and application information.) 

  • 15 May 2025 1:30 PM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    The Town of Brookline is seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Town Counsel to join our Legal Department, focusing on labor and employment law within a collaborative and high-performing municipal environment.

    As Associate Town Counsel, you will work closely with department heads and senior leadership, handling a variety of legal matters including collective bargaining, labor disputes, disciplinary actions, grievances, arbitrations, and employment litigation. 

    (Click here for further details and application information.) 

  • 13 May 2025 12:00 PM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    The City of Waltham is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant City Solicitor.  Under the general supervision of the City Solicitor, this position will require the successful applicant to provide legal counsel to the Mayor, City Council, municipal departments, boards, committees and commissions and represent the City before courts and administrative agencies. Starting salary: $118,017 (range up to $143,053 with 6 annual step increases).

    Excellent benefits package including City paying 89% for HMO and 87.5% for PPO with no deductibles.

    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 May 30, 2025.

  • 1 May 2025 10:00 AM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    The City of Worcester is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant City Solicitor I – Litigation for the Law Department. Under the direction of the City Solicitor, the Assistant City Solicitor I will perform a wide range of professional legal duties, including providing legal consultation to departments, drafting legal documents and legislative acts, negotiating agreements, and litigating civil, criminal, administrative, and code enforcement cases. Assignments will be tailored to the individual's legal experience and demonstrated proficiency and the Attorney will be expected to handle legal matters across a variety of disciplines as directed by the City Solicitor. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of the dynamic, high-volume, and collegial Law Department.

    Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

    (Click here for further details and application information.)

  • 30 Apr 2025 1:00 PM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    The Town of Falmouth is seeking a highly motivated attorney to bring an inspired and thoughtful approach to municipal land use and the position of Associate Town Counsel. Under the supervision of Town Counsel, the Associate Town Counsel plays an integral role in the Town’s Law Department in supporting and advising the Town, its departments and boards in all aspects of municipal law, particularly as to land use, zoning, planning, code enforcement, affordable housing, and real estate.

    Interested candidates can find further details and information on how to apply here.

  • 22 Apr 2025 6:30 PM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    The City of Malden Legal Department seeks to hire as an Assistant City Solicitor a Massachusetts licensed attorney to join our in-house legal team. Under the supervision of the City Solicitor, our team represents and advises the City and its elected and appointed officials, employees, City Council, boards and commissions.

    Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Director, City of Malden at maldenhr@cityofmalden.org

    (Click here for further details and application information.) 

  • 28 Feb 2025 9:00 AM | Joe Callanan (Administrator)

    This position, Assistant City Solicitor, is responsible for providing legal advice to the City of Chelsea, its officers, employees, boards, and commissions and representing them before Commonwealth and federal courts and administrative agencies. Fulfills adjudicatory roles delegated to the municipal hearing officer by state statute.

    (Click here for further details and application information.) 
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