Deputy City Attorney II/III (Municipal Tax)

About the role

The Public Finance Division of the Municipal Branch of the Los Angeles City Attorney Office provides advice and legal representation to the Mayor, City Council and its Budget and Finance Committee, the City Administrative Officer (CAO), the Office of Finance, the Controller, the Treasurer, the Bureau of Sanitation and other City departments regarding municipal revenue matters, municipal tax collection and litigation, bankruptcy matters, Federal and State tax compliance matters, the City of Los Angeles 457(b) Plan and other employee benefits matters, as well as bond/debt matters of the City (including bond issuance, administration, disclosure and tax matters) and other financial issues.

Responsibilities

• Handle collections and refund claim litigation in the Superior Court
• Provide legal advice and representation on municipal tax and revenue issues
• Provide advice to the Office of Finance by evaluating and resolving taxpayer offers to settle tax assessments
• Perform other duties in support of the Office of Finance as assigned
• Draft pleadings, make court appearances, conduct trials, draft settlement agreements and related contracts
• Prepare written reports and recommendations for City Council approval when required
• Prepare related ordinances for municipal financings, opinions related to municipal financings, City Council Reports, and other documents relating to municipal bond financings and municipal finance matters

Requirements

• A license to practice law in all of the courts in the State of California
• At least 5 years of litigation experience, as well as demonstrated skills in legal research and writing
• Knowledge of and experience with laws related to municipal taxation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work as a team member with City staff and external counsel

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of and experience with California and Federal taxation
• Knowledge of and experience with the Brown Act and the conduct of public meetings
• Knowledge of and experience with the California Public Records Act
• Experience providing legal advice to public agencies and/or regulatory agencies, and public officials