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WBCP, Inc.

City Attorney

Riverside, CA · On-site

$372K/yr

City Attorney City of Riverside, California Annual Salary: $372,624 The City of Riverside, California is seeking a strategic, principled, and visionary legal professional to serve as its next City ...

City of Haines City

City Attorney

Haines City, FL · On-site

Appointment and compensation The City Attorney is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Commission in accordance with the City Charter. Compensation is determined by contract or ...

City of Fort Myers, FL

City Attorney

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

Attorney's Office Opening Date: 04/22/2026 FLSA: Exempt Description CITY OF FORT MYERS, FL CITY ATTORNEY *PLEASE VISIT TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION* The City of Fort Myers (approx. pop. 106,233), known ...

City of Haines City

City Attorney

Haines City, FL · On-site

Appointment and compensation The City Attorney is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Commission in accordance with the City Charter. Compensation is determined by contract or ...

DuPont, WA

City Attorney

Dupont, WA · On-site +1

$146K - $170K/yr

The City Attorney represents the City as a municipal corporation and does not represent individual employees, elected officials, or community members. The position provides legal advice and ...

City of Haines City

City Attorney

Haines City, FL

Appointment and compensation The City Attorney is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the City Commission in accordance with the City Charter. Compensation is determined by contract or ...

City of Gresham

Assistant City Attorney Senior

Gresham, OR · Hybrid

$113K - $172K/yr

Overview The City of Gresham's City Attorney's Office is seeking to add an entry-level or experienced municipal attorney with interest or experience in two or more of the following practice areas ...

City of Escondido

City Attorney

Escondido, CA · On-site

$290K/yr

Summary The City of Escondido has an exciting career opportunity for the position of City Attorney. Please review the recruitment brochure by clicking here and follow the instructions to apply.

City of Branson

City Attorney

Branson, MO · On-site

$200K - $225K/yr

The City of Branson is seeking a highly qualified and experienced City Attorney to serve as the chief legal advisor to the City Administrator, Mayor, Board of Aldermen, and City departments. This ...

City of Rockville

Assistant City Attorney

Rockville, MD · Hybrid

$107K - $177K/yr

Job Summary The Office of the City Attorney for the City of Rockville, Maryland, is accepting applications for a permanent full-time Assistant City Attorney (salary range $107,629 - $177,586). The ...

City of Oxnard

Assistant City Attorney - Housing

Oxnard, CA · Hybrid

$198K - $257K/yr

The City of Oxnard's City Attorney's Office is seeking a well-qualified, highly motivated Assistant City Attorney to provide sound and ethical legal advice. The City seeks an Assistant City Attorney ...

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As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for city attorney in the United States is $167,939.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,500.00 and $200,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a City Attorney's job?

A City Attorney is the chief legal advisor for a city government, providing legal counsel to city officials, departments, and agencies. They represent the city in legal matters, including litigation, contracts, and ordinance enforcement. The City Attorney ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws while drafting and reviewing legal documents. They may also prosecute or defend the city in court and help shape policies to minimize legal risks.

What does a typical workday look like for a City Attorney?

A typical day for a City Attorney involves drafting and reviewing ordinances and contracts, providing legal advice to city departments, representing the city in court or administrative hearings, and responding to inquiries from city officials. The role often requires attending city council meetings, collaborating with law enforcement, and handling liability claims against the city. City Attorneys work closely with colleagues in legal departments and other municipal staff, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment. Due to the wide variety of legal issues municipalities face, the position offers diverse and challenging work every day.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the City Attorney position, and why are they important?

A City Attorney must possess deep knowledge of municipal law, strong legal research and writing abilities, and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree with a valid state bar license. Experience with case management software, legal research platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis, and familiarity with government procedures is often required. Exceptional negotiation, public speaking, and interpersonal skills help City Attorneys advise city officials and represent the municipality effectively. These skills are critical to ensure efficient legal compliance, mitigate risk for the city, and provide sound counsel to public entities.

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Infographic showing various City Attorney job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $167,939 per year, or $80.7 per hour.

City Attorney

Wendi Brown Creative Partners

Riverside, CA • On-site

$372K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

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City Attorney

City of Riverside, California

Annual Salary: $372,624

The City of Riverside, California is seeking a strategic, principled, and visionary legal professional to serve as its next City Attorney. As the chief legal advisor to the City Council and executive leadership, the City Attorney plays a pivotal role in guiding major initiatives and protecting the City's legal and operational integrity. They oversee a talented legal team of 45.5 staff members and the City Attorney's Office budget of $7.9 million, manage high-profile litigation and complex contracts, and provide trusted counsel on matters that influence the organization and community at every level. The ideal candidate is a respected legal strategist who thrives in a complex civic environment, and possesses strong public sector legal expertise, sound and ethical judgment, and a reputation for fairness, discretion, and clear, collaborative communication. Drive legal stewardship for a thriving, forward-looking City, apply today!

View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/0c47afdf-f2bf-46f6-8a55-e68e87dc83ab

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