Associate Attorney - Municipal & Government

Position Summary

Parker McCay P.A. is seeking to hire an attorney for the Municipal and Government Law department, the only regionally ranked Tier 1 Municipal Department by U.S. News and World Report. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney to develop his or her practice within a high caliber group of professionals with extensive experience representing New Jersey government entities. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of experience. The position is based in the Mount Laurel office with some flexibility to work in any of our locations. Parker McCay offers a collegial work environment, sophisticated clients, opportunities for professional growth, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Essential Functions

Essential functions include, but are not limited to the below:

· Represent local government entities with an emphasis on municipalities.

· Prepare ordinances and resolutions.

· Attend and/or participate in meetings with government bodies (typically held in the evening).

· Provide guidance on sections of Title 40 and 40A, local public contracts laws, Open Public Records Act and Open Public Meetings Act, and other state statutes impacting local government.

· Maintain a high level of proficiency in the most current and advanced planning and legal techniques.

· Experience with tax appeal litigation

· Research and prepare memoranda on a variety of legal issues.

· Draft correspondence in response to questions and/or requests for information from clients, attorneys, judges, officials, and/or agencies.

· Draft and answer written discovery.

· Represent client in legal proceedings that may involve court appearances, administrative hearings, depositions, and meetings.

· Prepare and enter daily time entries.