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The LGA, as a service to our members, posts notices of employment opportunities available in those localities and firms that are LGA members. The content of each announcement is supplied by the member, and any questions should be directed to the person identified in that announcement. Postings to the Employment Opportunity page will run for 30 days and then be deleted, unless we are instructed otherwise when the posting is requested. LGA members desiring to post an announcement in this section may send the announcement to staff. Employment opportunities are posted as they are received. If there are no postings, check back at a later date.

The City of Newport News is accepting applications from attorneys for a full-time position as an Assistant City Attorney. The ideal candidate will have experience in local government law in general, and experience in social services matters specifically. The specific job duties will depend upon the successful candidate's experience and interest but will include representation of the Newport News Department of Human Services and may include other areas such as workers' compensation, employee grievances, litigation, eminent domain, real estate, and/or public procurement.

RFQ No.: 2025-01

The Economic Development Authority of Charles City County, Virginia is seeking written qualifications from qualified attorneys or law firms licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia to provide legal counsel services to the Authority.

Services may include advising the EDA Board on legal matters, drafting and reviewing contracts and agreements, attending meetings, and providing counsel related to property transactions, governance, public-private partnerships, FOIA compliance, and other general legal matters.

Do you think in pictures, love solving problems and want to learn new things?  The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a conscientious and creative attorney to join the City Attorney's Real Estate Section. Experience in commercial real estate transactions, or complex contacting matters would be a plus, but if you have solid problem-solving and communication skills, a positive attitude, and you pride yourself on your attention to detail, you should apply.  

Fauquier County, Virginia is recruiting for the position of County Attorney. This position will serve at the pleasure of the Board of Supervisors in partnership with the County Administrator. The County Attorney provides legal and litigation assistance to the County’s boards, commissions, departments, Constitutional Officers and agencies. A preferred candidate must have at 10 years of experience as a practicing attorney and at least 5 years of experience as a counsel to a Virginia local government.

The Norfolk City Attorney's Office has multiple openings to join its office at either the Assistant City Attorney or Deputy City Attorney level.  The successful candidates will provide legal services to city departments, agencies, City Council, and related entities in a wide variety of practice areas particular to local government. Depending on the experience of the candidates and the ongoing operational needs of the Office, successful candidates may provide legal services in one or more of the following areas: