Deputy City Solicitor – Affirmative & Special Litigation Unit

Position Summary

The position of Deputy City Solicitor in the Affirmative & Special Litigation Unit requires an attorney experienced in civil litigation matters capable of managing and handling individual cases on their own. This position will include handling and overseeing litigation including counseling and advice related to elections in Philadelphia.

In addition the Deputy City Solicitor is expected to execute on opportunities identified by Unit and Law Department leadership to advance the Citys interests and improve and expand the work of the Law Department and the Unit.  Unit members are expected to work collaboratively with other Unit and Law Department colleagues on all matters in a manner that reflects the Law Departments focus on fostering and maintaining a collegial inclusive and professional environment that values all forms of diversity.

Essential Functions

In addition to the Position Summary responsibilities may include but are not limited to :

• Appearing in federal and state courts in significant cases and for settlement conferences before judges and mediators in cases where the Citys potential liability is substantial.
• Researching and drafting all manner of legal issues filings and litigation documents for Unit cases and projects including cases and projects relating to the Citys administration of elections.
• Supervising collaborating and coordinating with outside co-counsel and co-parties in litigation.
• Participating in case and settlement strategy in major and minor cases.
• Fostering and maintaining a collegial inclusive and professional environment that values all forms of diversity.
• Participating in external efforts to raise the profile of the Unit and the Law Department.
• Managing non-litigation driven projects.

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Qualifications :

Additional Information :

TO APPLY :   Interested candidates must submit a cover letter resume and writing sample.

Salary Range :  $94465 to $113614 - Commensurate with education and experience

Any questions related to this position should be directed to Lydia Furst Chief Deputy City Solicitor Affirmative & Special Litigation Unit ( ).

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Employment Type : Full-time

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