Municipal Attorney

Innovation Driven is seeking a Municipal Attorney to join the team at an outstanding law firm in Wenatchee, Washington.

This is a fulltime and hybrid (4 days onsite/1 remote) position at the law firms office in Wenatchee, Washington.

The law firm provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes commuter allowance, paid time off, life, health, accident, and disability insurance; health savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent municipal clients in judicial litigation and in administrative appeals, hearings and other proceedings
• Provide legal review of municipal documents under the Public Records Act; and
• Negotiate/draft/review of contracts, deeds, leases, bid documents and bonds, easements, interlocal agreements, and other documents.
• Support and advise City Council, Mayor, City staff members and local boards/commissions;
• Research and analyze complex issues
• Draft and review ordinances, resolutions, agenda bills, policies and procedures;
• Provide telephonic and email advice to clients as needed;
• Counsel to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local laws;
• Attend meetings of the City Council, boards and commissions;

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 8 years of experience, preferably as a lead attorney with a city, county, public utility or other governmental entity
• Active Washington bar