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The New York City Law Department is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the General Litigation Division.
The attorneys in this position will primarily oppose and resolve complaints filed in federal court seeking attorney’s fees arising from administrative proceedings under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act.
Attorneys in this role may also assist with other aspects of the division’s practice.
The General Litigation Division represents the City in federal and state court litigation in both routine matters and challenges to important programs in diverse areas including education, prison conditions, child welfare, freedom of information, public assistance benefits, campaign finance, and election law.
Attorneys in the division participate in all facets of litigation including pleadings, discovery, court conferences, arguments, motion papers, and trials. This position provides attorneys with opportunities to strengthen their litigation skills in federal court concerning attorneys’ fees. The role is particularly suited for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, particularly in federal 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 General Litigation Division is dedicated to providing outstanding legal advocacy. Accordingly, candidates must be graduates from an ABA accredited law school and be admitted to the bars of, and be in good standing in, the courts of New York State and the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. Applicants should possess federal court experience and demonstrate litigation experience, exceptional organizational abilities, strong legal writing and analytical skills, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent judgment.
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.
Date shown in New York time. Confirm application timing on the official posting.
To apply, please upload your cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a list of three references with contact information as one document under “resume.”
Confirm the deadline and all requirements on the official posting before applying.
Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.
The New York City Law Department is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the General Litigation Division.
The attorneys in this position will primarily oppose and resolve complaints filed in federal court seeking attorney’s fees arising from administrative proceedings under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act.
Attorneys in this role may also assist with other aspects of the division’s practice.
The General Litigation Division represents the City in federal and state court litigation in both routine matters and challenges to important programs in diverse areas including education, prison conditions, child welfare, freedom of information, public assistance benefits, campaign finance, and election law.
Attorneys in the division participate in all facets of litigation including pleadings, discovery, court conferences, arguments, motion papers, and trials. This position provides attorneys with opportunities to strengthen their litigation skills in federal court concerning attorneys’ fees. The role is particularly suited for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, particularly in federal 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 General Litigation Division is dedicated to providing outstanding legal advocacy. Accordingly, candidates must be graduates from an ABA accredited law school and be admitted to the bars of, and be in good standing in, the courts of New York State and the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York. Applicants should possess federal court experience and demonstrate litigation experience, exceptional organizational abilities, strong legal writing and analytical skills, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent judgment.
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.