The Oklahoma Bar Journal January 2026

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

The City of Oklahoma City is currently accepting applications for the following positions in the Office of the Municipal Counselor: Assistant Municipal Counselor – Utilities Division: This position is responsible for assisting with the repre sentation of the Utilities Department and the Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust (“OCWUT”). Experience and/ or education in municipal law, public trust, public construction, contracting, land transactions, com mercial leasing, public financing, grants adminis tration, water rights and law, oil and gas, property and title law, and/or environmental law is desirable. Assistant Municipal Counselor – Land Use Division: The position is responsible for provid ing legal services and representing the City in legal matters related to land use and development ser vices and will provide legal advice on issues such as zoning and property litigation. Assistant Municipal Counselor – Litigation Division: This position is responsible for defending the City, its departments, employees and officials in lawsuits. Essential job functions include performing legal research and writing briefs; appearing before federal, state or municipal courts, and administra tive boards, commissions and public trusts; state and federal litigation experience, including both pre-trial (to include drafting discovery, taking depositions and active motion practice) and trial. Assistant Municipal Counselor – Airports Division: This position is responsible for providing legal ser vices to the Department of Airports and its staff and the Oklahoma City Airport Trust (“OCAT”) for the three airports operated in the airport sys tem. Experience and/or education in municipal law, airport law, public trust, public construction, com mercial leasing, contracting, land transaction, pub lic financing, grant administration, environmental law, and/or oil and gas law is desirable. Employees are expected to adhere to the ethical stan dards for behavior and compliance with the profes sional rules of conduct. To apply online or see the full vacancy announcement for each position listed, please visit www.okc.gov/Government/Employment. For more information, call the City’s Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530. EOE.

Position Available: Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation Location: Edmond/Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years in Civil Litigation We are a well-established law firm currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled Associate Attorney to join our civil litigation practice. This is an excel lent opportunity for a dedicated legal professional who is looking to further their career in a collabora tive and client-focused environment. Key Responsibilities • Manage civil litigation matters from incep tion through resolution • Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents • Represent clients in court hearings, media tions, and trials • Conduct legal research and analysis to sup port case strategy • Communicate effectively with clients, oppos ing counsel, and courts • Collaborate with partner attorneys and sup port staff to achieve favorable outcomes Qualifications • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school • Active license to practice law in the State of Oklahoma • Minimum of five (5) years of civil litigation experience (preferably in insurance defense, professional liability defense, or general civil defense litigation) • Exceptional written and verbal communica tion skills • Strong legal research skills • Organizational skills and attention to detail • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment What We Offer • Competitive salary commensurate with experience • Opportunities for professional development and advancement • Supportive and collegial work environment Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a recent writing sample to bsaunier@ok-counsel.com.

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