The City of Portsmouth (VA) is seeking their next City Attorney. The City Attorney is the chief legal counsel and advisor to the City Government, appointed by the City Council. The Office of the City Attorney provides legal service to City Council, Boards and Commissions, the City Manager, and City Departments. The Office is responsible for drafting, reviewing, and advising on a vast number of municipal law matters including, but not limited to, collective bargaining agreements, city ordinances, contracts, deeds, leases, state and federal legislative needs, and other legal documents.
The Office also represents the City in federal and state courts, and in civil, criminal, and administrative matters, to defend the City in actions taken against it and to initiate cases to enforce the City's laws and actions. The Office is further responsible for the legal review of the proper and efficient handling of requests for public records in compliance with the Freedom of Information Act by City Departments and CIO, compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other state and federally protected rights and authorities.
The starting salary range for this position is $185,000 - $210,000 annually. The final offer will be commensurate with the selected candidate’s experience.
This recruitment is being led by POLIHIRE. To learn more about this role, please visit: https://polihire.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025.09.24_City-of-Portsmouth_City-Attorney_Position-Profile.pdf
Open until filled.