Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Litigation Counsel for the Arkansas Municipal League

Reports to : General Counsel & Legislative Director

Residency Requirement : Must reside within an Arkansas city limit or incorporated town.

Position Summary

The Municipal Legal Defense Program is expanding and has a new opening for a dedicated and experienced litigation attorney to join the team. This role is responsible for defending lawsuits submitted by Arkansas cities, city officials, and city employees, and providing legal counsel on a wide range of municipal matters and issues. The Litigation Counsel will work under the direction of the MLDP General Counsel and perform other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Defend lawsuits involving § 1983 claims, ACRA claims, employment law (ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, Title VII), state tort claims, land use, FOIA, and illegal exaction claims.
• Manage caseload throughout various stages of litigation, with a focus on filing dispositive motions and briefs based on current statute and precedent.
• Attend client meetings and city council/board meetings.
• Investigate claims, interview witnesses, and gather documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions, including client and witness preparation meetings.
• Facilitate and attend settlement conferences and mediations; negotiate and finalize settlements.
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, appeals, and oral arguments at all levels, including the Supreme Court of the United States.
• Advise municipal clients on legal matters to prevent lawsuits and assist with policy and training development.
• Manage daily tasks of paralegal and law clerk(s).
• Analyze legal trends and stay updated on current case law.
• Opportunities to: create and deliver presentations on relevant municipal issues to local, state, and national audiences; foster relationships between AML and other organizations/agencies ; assist with legislative advocacy; and support city attorneys across the state.

Required Skills

• Excellent research and brief writing skills.
• Strong organizational and time management.
• Able to handle stressful, conflict situations while maintaining decorum.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (OneDrive, SharePoint, CoPilot, Word, Lists/Excel, Outlook, Teams), Westlaw, Westlaw AI - CoCounsel, Adobe Reader/DC, WebEx, and other related software.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Minimum of three years of litigation experience, preferably in the municipal sector.
• Valid Arkansas Driver’s License.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Arkansas; relevant federal court admissions.
• Must be able to travel in-state, including occasional overnight stays.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, brief writing sample, and three professional references to the Arkansas Municipal League’s HR department at tpew@arml.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

 

Company Description

The Arkansas Municipal League was founded in 1934 and exists for a threefold purpose:(1) to act as the official representative of Arkansas cities and towns before the state and federal governments; (2) to provide a clearinghouse for information and answers; and, (3) to offer a forum for discussion and sharing of mutual concerns.

The League is public service at its core serving the cities and towns throughout the state. The collaborative, engaging, and inclusive environment makes it an incredible place to work!

Company Description

The Arkansas Municipal League was founded in 1934 and exists for a threefold purpose:(1) to act as the official representative of Arkansas cities and towns before the state and federal governments; (2) to provide a clearinghouse for information and answers; and, (3) to offer a forum for discussion and sharing of mutual concerns.\r\n\r\nThe League is public service at its core serving the cities and towns throughout the state. The collaborative, engaging, and inclusive environment makes it an incredible place to work!

Job Tags

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