Deputy Division Chief - Litigation Division

Overview

DEPUTY DIVISION CHIEF - LITIGATION DIVISION
CITY OF ATLANTA LAW DEPARTMENT

This position is responsible for defending civil actions and supervising a staff of attorneys; developing case strategies and providing direction to a group of attorneys; managing outside counsel; establishing operating policies; providing management coaching and guidance; building relationships within the Department of Law and with City of Atlanta departments; developing and managing the organizational budget.

The Deputy Division Chief also plans for the long-term talent needs of the Litigation Division and identifies, coaches, and mentors employees. Must have exceptional legal writing skills; have ability to deliver presentations to various internal audiences regarding cases, litigation trends, and make recommendations on case strategy and other complex litigation matters.

In addition, the Deputy Division Chief establishes organizational strategy and policy within required legislative or executive limitations; modifies organization of the Litigation Division to achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Defend civil actions and supervise a staff of attorneys.
• Develop case strategies and provide direction to a group of attorneys.
• Manage outside counsel; establish operating policies; provide management coaching and guidance.
• Build relationships within the Department of Law and with City of Atlanta departments.
• Develop and manage the organizational budget.
• Plan for long-term talent needs of the Litigation Division; identify, coach, and mentor employees.
• Deliver exceptional legal writing; present to internal audiences on cases, litigation trends, and recommendations on case strategy and complex litigation matters.
• Establish organizational strategy and policy within required legislative or executive limitations; modify the organization to achieve objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
  • Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate degree required.
  • Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or able to obtain membership within one (1) year of employment.
  • Must have fifteen (15) plus years of litigation experience and have progressive responsibility managing people and workflow.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law.