Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.
Job Description The New York City Law Department is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Borough Chief in the Tort Division’s Vertical Case Management Unit.
Under the general supervision of the Borough Chief and the Deputy Borough Chiefs for Litigation Management, the Assistant Borough Chief for Vertical Case Management directly oversees the Borough’s vertical case management teams. Tort Division attorneys defend the City of New York in personal injury and property damage cases primarily in State Court. Attorneys in the Vertical Units are assigned Tort cases to handle from inception through resolution.
The Assistant Borough Chief is responsible for the training, supervision, and evaluation of attorneys and support staff. They review, assign, and edit written work and ensure timely compliance with deadlines and appearances. They also ensure the accurate data entry of litigation events. The Assistant Borough Chief assists with development of division policies and recommendations regarding appeals and settlements.
They identify and retain expert witnesses and communicate with senior court personnel, Comptroller’s representatives, and City agencies.
This position provides attorneys with opportunities to develop their supervisory and litigation skills. The role is particularly suited for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, particularly while supervising others in state practice.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Salary Information The Law Department sets salaries for new attorneys based on their post law school legal experience, which typically aligns with their law school graduation year.
Work From Home Options Following orientation, attorneys may elect to participate in one of two remote work programs:
To apply, click the Apply Now button.
The Tort Division is dedicated to providing outstanding legal advocacy. Accordingly, candidates must have a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and be admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar. Ideal applicants should possess substantial legal experience and exceptional organizational, managerial, and supervisory abilities. Candidates should also have strong legal analytical skills, knowledge of municipal tort law, the CPLR, and evidentiary issues, knowledge of and experience in personal-injury-case evaluation and valuation of injuries, strong negotiation skills, and excellent interpersonal skills and judgment. Trial experience is preferred.
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.
Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.
Job Description The New York City Law Department is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Borough Chief in the Tort Division’s Vertical Case Management Unit.
Under the general supervision of the Borough Chief and the Deputy Borough Chiefs for Litigation Management, the Assistant Borough Chief for Vertical Case Management directly oversees the Borough’s vertical case management teams. Tort Division attorneys defend the City of New York in personal injury and property damage cases primarily in State Court. Attorneys in the Vertical Units are assigned Tort cases to handle from inception through resolution.
The Assistant Borough Chief is responsible for the training, supervision, and evaluation of attorneys and support staff. They review, assign, and edit written work and ensure timely compliance with deadlines and appearances. They also ensure the accurate data entry of litigation events. The Assistant Borough Chief assists with development of division policies and recommendations regarding appeals and settlements.
They identify and retain expert witnesses and communicate with senior court personnel, Comptroller’s representatives, and City agencies.
This position provides attorneys with opportunities to develop their supervisory and litigation skills. The role is particularly suited for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, particularly while supervising others in state practice.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Salary Information The Law Department sets salaries for new attorneys based on their post law school legal experience, which typically aligns with their law school graduation year.
Work From Home Options Following orientation, attorneys may elect to participate in one of two remote work programs:
To apply, click the Apply Now button.
The Tort Division is dedicated to providing outstanding legal advocacy. Accordingly, candidates must have a J.D. from an ABA accredited law school and be admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar. Ideal applicants should possess substantial legal experience and exceptional organizational, managerial, and supervisory abilities. Candidates should also have strong legal analytical skills, knowledge of municipal tort law, the CPLR, and evidentiary issues, knowledge of and experience in personal-injury-case evaluation and valuation of injuries, strong negotiation skills, and excellent interpersonal skills and judgment. Trial experience is preferred.
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.