Under the direction of the Counsel to the Tribunal:
- Research and analyze legal issues relating to New York State and federal tax laws, including sales and use tax, personal income tax, corporate franchise tax and other miscellaneous taxes.
- Review and analyze hearing records and other documents, and draft preliminary decisions for consideration and issuance by the Tribunal.
- Proofread draft decisions for substance and style.
- Assist the Tribunal in preparing for Oral Argument.
- Assist with the drafting, proposing and promulgating of departmental regulations.
- Manage drafting schedule of pending decisions with Counsel’s office staff.
- Brief the Counsel and Commissioners about relevant legal events and issues.
- Monitor Executive Orders for agency compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar.
- Two years of post-Bar legal experience. Experience in New York and/or federal tax laws is strongly preferred.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills and the ability to draft preliminary decisions.
- Knowledge of the New York State and federal tax laws, regulations and related case law.
- Knowledge of the New York State administrative hearings process and procedures.
- Ability to analyze complex statutes, regulations and case law and communicate clearly.
- Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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