Gallagher, Flynn & Company, LLP

Attorney

• Serves as the chief legal counsel for the City of Rutland
• Performs thorough and accurate legal and policy research and analysis
• Provides general legal and policy advice to the Mayor, Board of Aldermen, City Departments as well as various city boards and commissions
• Drafts and reviews legal documents (including agreements and contracts), ordinances, and other rules and regulations
• Performs the role of lead negotiator during collective bargaining discussions with the City’s four (4) bargaining units. Handles pre-work and preparation in advance of negotiations
• Works with Human Resources to review, revise and draft work place policies
• Provides support and counsel to Human Resources, Mayor, department heads and union leadership to resolve grievances and other employee relations issues
• Reviews and coordinates responses to all public record requests received by the City of Rutland
• Ensures compliance with matters such as Open Meeting Laws; Municipal Ethics, etc.
• Negotiates and prepares documents for real estate transactions and provide legal advice relating to development activities involving the city
• Represents the City during litigation including all aspects of pleadings, discovery, negotiation, settlement, trial and appeals
• Procures outside legal counsel either directly or in consultation with representatives of the Vermont League of Cities and Towns to address specific or specialized concerns and issues
• Regularly attend board and commission meetings for purposes of providing real-time advice and guidance (Board meetings are held twice a month on Mondays)
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of resolutions and related communications for action by the boards and committees
• Coordinates covered insurance claims and lawsuits with the City’s insurance carrier
• Performs duties of traffic Court Judge
• Develops and administers the budget for the Legal Department
• Supervises legal department staff including legal interns, administrative support and Assistant City Attorney