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Assistant County Solicitor (Litigation) - Law Department, County of Bucks

As an employer, the County of Bucks values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, a hybrid schedule, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Bucks, start here.

Job Description

Position Summary: The Law Department is seeking an attorney with at least three (3) years of litigation experience. The Assistant County Solicitor will report to the Deputy County Solicitor who supervises the civil litigation portfolio of the County. In this role, the Assistant County Solicitor will be responsible for defending the County in state and federal court in a wide variety of matters including employment disputes, premises liability cases, civil rights matters, and contractual disputes. Additionally, this attorney will provide direct advice and counseling to County stakeholders.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Commitment to public service
• Desire to develop expertise in new areas of law
• Skilled and persuasive writer with the ability to write for a variety of different audiences
• Excellent research skills, including proficiency in electronic legal databases and use of government agency websites to locate statutory, regulatory, and administrative materials
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work on teams and collaborate
• Proactive and resourceful problem-solver
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen, answer questions, and explain complex legal requirements to non-legal stakeholders
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to identify and analyze complex issues and propose viable solutions

Work Life: Although litigation can always be unpredictable, working hours are generally 9am - 5pm with the option to telework two days per week.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of three (3) full years of legal practice experience
• Law degree from accredited law school
• Member in good standing of the Pennsylvania Bar

Preferred Experience:

• Experience practicing in both state and federal courts
• Experience representing or working with governmental clients

Applications accepted on the County website at: https://www.buckscounty.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=98&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Assistant-County-Solicitor-Generalist-246

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

License/Certification:

• Bar (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Doylestown, PA 18901 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Doylestown, PA 18901