Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA)

Assistant City Solicitor

City of Lynn
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Job Description

The city of Lynn, through the Lynn City Council, seeks a diligent, thorough, detail-oriented attorney to join the city’s Law department. The successful candidate will work well in a fast-paced environment, be engaged and proactive with other members of the Law Department team under the direction of the City Solicitor, and have experience working in municipal government. The Assistant City Solicitor will be a full-time employee working in person at Lynn City Hall during regular business hours and be required to attend all meetings of the Lynn City Council.

As this is a Council appointed position, finalist interviews will be conducted in open meeting.

Instructions

A completed application, including resume, cover letter, and a writing sample that demonstrates the candidate’s legal acumen (i.e. court pleadings including but not limited to motions, briefs, affidavits et al) can be submitted via regular post, e-mail ([email protected]), or in person at Room 307, Lynn City Hall, during regular business hours. If submitting via e-mail, please include “Assistant City Solicitor—Council Appointment” in the subject line. A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Tuesday, March 10, 2026 will receive priority consideration. A full posting including a link to the City's employment application can be found here: https://www.lynnma.gov/city_government/departments/personnel/current_job_postings/assistant_city_solicitor___city_council_

Region

Lynn, Mass.

Population: 101,241

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