Located between San Francisco and San Jose, the City of Palo Alto (pop. 68,000) is a full-service Charter City with a council-manager form of government. The City Attorney is appointed by the City Council and supported by a FY 26 budget of $5.1 million and 12 full-time professionals, including nine attorneys. Palo Alto seeks an accomplished municipal legal advisor who can lead a talented team in a complex, fast-paced environment. This well-rounded legal professional will bring a breadth of experience and exceptional problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate is an excellent people manager with a calm, supportive demeanor, contributing to a culture that maintains high standards.