Associate Attorney needed for Frisco office

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney with 5–7 years of municipal law experience to join its Frisco, TX office. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work directly with city governments, advising on a broad range of municipal matters including land use, development, annexation, and compliance with state and local codes. Ideal candidates are self-driven, detail-oriented legal professionals who thrive in fast-paced, service-driven environments.

Location:

• Frisco, TX

Duties:

• Advise municipal clients on a wide range of legal matters including:

  • Land use, zoning, annexation, and development

  • Subdivision regulations and special districts (e.g., PIDs)

  • Open meetings, open records, elections, contracts, and procurement

• Draft, review, and amend city codes, ordinances, and resolutions

• Negotiate and prepare agreements including:

  • Development, reimbursement, utility, and real estate agreements

  • Impact fee and tax abatement agreements

  • Economic development (Chapter 380) incentive agreements

• Review and approve city council agendas in accordance with legal requirements

• Collaborate with city officials, developers, and engineers on planning and development matters

• Conduct legal research on municipal laws and regulations

• Provide legal opinions and policy guidance to city councils and boards

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Texas

• 5–7 years of experience in municipal or local government law

• Experience in land use, planning, annexation, and real estate preferred

• Ability to travel in-state for client meetings and city functions

Skills:

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• High attention to detail and ability to manage complex legal issues

• Excellent organizational, research, and analytical abilities

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, legal document drafting, and time management software

• Professionalism and ability to interact with a wide range of stakeholders

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)

• Bonus opportunities

• Paid holidays and personal leave

• Employer contributions toward health insurance premiums

• Retirement plan eligibility after one year of service

• Supportive, team-based work culture

This Texas-based law firm is a top-rated legal practice in the region that provides services in the field of municipal law. The firm has been practicing for more than 90 years. They have achieved outstanding results for their city and local government. The municipal team of the firm is made up of talented members who have the specific knowledge, expertise and insight to help their city or government resolve complex legal issues in a wide variety of matters. Some of the issues faced by the members of the firm include Annexation, Extraterritorial expansion, Bidding, Procurement, Civil Service, Budget, Constitutional issues, Claims, Employment law, Elections, Labor law, Land Use, Zoning, Appeals, and Media Relations, among others.