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Staff AttorneyCity of West Hollywood • West Hollywood, CA, US
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Staff Attorney

City of West Hollywood • West Hollywood, CA, US
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Overview

The City of West Hollywood has an ideal opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about public service. The Rent Stabilization Division seeks a Staff Attorney who will conduct and adjudicate hearings to determine rent amounts and decreases due to loss of housing services, review tenant harassment complaints to assess enforcement action viability, perform legal research and writing, and ensure compliance with the City's Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The candidate will oversee a quasi-judicial hearings process, perform complex legal analysis, draft ordinances, update regulations, and provide counsel as part of a dynamic team of municipal government professionals.

Why WeHo

City of West Hollywood is located in the heart of metropolitan Los Angeles and is known for its diverse community, cultural leadership, and a strong progressive voice. The City prides itself on core values including Respect and Support for People; Responsiveness to the Public; Idealism, Creativity, and Innovation; Quality of Residential Life; Promotion of Economic Development; Public Safety; and Responsibility for the Environment.

What You'll Contribute

The City seeks a Staff Attorney to join the Rent Stabilization Team. In this position, you will conduct hearings, review tenant harassment complaints, and perform legal research and analysis for the Division. As a lead staff member, you will perform a variety of complex professional functions related to legal services, including :

  • Providing legal advice and technical assistance; interpreting ordinances and codes; performing legal research; drafting ordinance and regulation amendments and related correspondence;
  • Representing the City in administrative hearings and in court in conjunction with and under the auspices of the City Attorney;
  • Engaging in complex legal analysis, drafting ordinances, updating regulations, and providing counsel as part of a dynamic team of municipal government professionals.

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

  • Is a detail-oriented legal professional with strong governmental experience who thrives in a collaborative environment.
  • Understands the fundamentals of rent stabilization and landlord-tenant law.
  • Possesses excellent analytical skills and the ability to manage complex hearing-related processes and prepare high-level reports with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Is prepared to engage in complex legal analysis, drafting of ordinances, updating regulations, and providing counsel as part of a dynamic team of municipal government professionals.
  • Is an impactful leader with the ability to effectively guide and mentor staff while maintaining high reporting standards.
  • Is proficient with legal research platforms and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Is committed to maintaining programmatic integrity while ensuring organizational compliance.
  • Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field;
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school;
  • Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible related experience; or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Licenses and Certifications

  • Admission to and active membership in the California State Bar.
  • This position is eligible to work remotely for up to 50% of its time , subject to approval and based on the ongoing operational needs of the City.

    Reports to : Rent Stabilization Manager

    For full position details, please see the Staff Attorney Job Description.

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