87/hr.

Compensation

Job Posting Closing on: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 📅

hearings, Disciplinary Appeals Board hearings, Civil Service Commission Disciplinary hearings and other administrative proceedings.

Benefits

for this position include: 11 Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Pension Plan, and Professional Development Opportunities. Find Out More! S.

Our employees serve the needs of over 1,000,000 residents, promoting our values of exceptional customer experience, mutual respect, embracing our diversity, continuous improvement, ethical behavior, and accountability. 🌆 The Fort Worth City Attorney’s Office is a collegial team of legal professionals providing excellent legal service to the City of Fort Worth. As an in-house legal department, we practice in a wide range of civil and criminal law on behalf of and for the City, including general counsel, litigation, and prosecutorial areas.

Local government is the form of government that is closest to the people, and working for a well-managed city like Fort Worth gives meaning and purpose as you see the direct and positive impact your legal work has on improving the community. The City Attorney’s Office places strong emphasis on mentorship and career development, and the majority of our attorneys receive in-house training for their positions. We highly value diversity and work-life balance, and we consistently strive to be a respectful and supportive workplace with a great culture.

An Assistant City Attorney II - Litigation position is available with the Fort Worth City Attorney’s Office. This position provides representation and advice to clients in legal matters under the supervision of the Section Chief and Deputy City Attorney and serves as a primary resource and authority on preparing, reviewing and interpreting City legal documents and policies, as well as initiating and defending civil lawsuits on behalf of the City.

Minimum Qualifications

: Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school Five (5) years of increasingly responsible legal experience, including relevant trial experience Possession of a license from the Supreme Court of Texas to practice

Preferred Qualifications

: Experience in city or related government law The Assistant City Attorney II - Litigation job

Responsibilities

include: Represents the City in litigation encompassing a wide variety of subject matter; prepares and files pleadings, briefs, and motions; prepares and responds to discovery requests; participates in hearings, mediation, settlement negotiations, trials, and appeals; and performs legal research, fact investigation, client consultation and witness preparation Provides advice on legal issues related to daily business operations; ensures City is in compliance with applicable laws; addresses citizen complaints; and issues legal opinions Represents the City in administrative proceedings; participates in Workers’