We are looking for an experienced Attorney to support a government legal team in Atlanta, Georgia. This role focuses on providing legal guidance across environmental, municipal, and public-sector matters while partnering with departments that oversee water systems, sustainability initiatives, airport-related operations, and city governance. The position offers a hybrid schedule with four days onsite and one day remote and is well suited for a senior attorney who can deliver practical counsel, interpret local ordinances, and advise stakeholders on complex regulatory issues.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal counsel on environmental matters involving drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, treatment operations, regulatory compliance, waste management, contamination issues, and remediation efforts.
- Advise government departments and leadership on municipal legal issues, including the interpretation of local ordinances, policy development, and legislative matters.
- Support legal work tied to public utility operations, including billing disputes, appeals, collections, service agreements, real estate matters, and land use considerations.
- Partner with teams overseeing major public infrastructure and transportation operations, including airport-related legal matters and sustainability-focused initiatives.
- Review, draft, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents to protect organizational interests and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provide guidance to governing bodies and internal stakeholders on proposed legislation, risk exposure, and legal strategy connected to city operations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex public-sector legal issues and help manage sensitive matters affecting municipal services.
- Contribute senior-level legal judgment in a fast-paced environment with immediate staffing needs and potential long-term conversion to permanent employment.
- Must be active in good standing with Georgia Bar.
- Demonstrated experience handling legal matters for municipalities, government entities, or other public-sector organizations.
- Strong knowledge of local ordinances and the ability to interpret and apply municipal regulations effectively.
- Background in environmental law, public utilities, administrative law, contracts, or closely related areas relevant to government operations.
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, policies, legislation, and other legal documents.
- Ability to advise senior leaders, public officials, and operational teams on complex legal and regulatory issues.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present clear legal guidance to varied stakeholders.