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Government and Government Relations Attorney / Litigation - General Attorney in New York City, NY

New York City Department of Consumer Affairs Sep 14,2017 May 12,2017 Location USA New York City NY
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Government

Attorney

Government and Government Relations

Litigation - General (consumer)

$ 66,326.00 - $ 76,275.00

Min 1 yrs required

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Staff Counsel The candidate will serve in a Staff Counsel position. Reporting to the General Counsel, Associate General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel, the Staff Counsel will handle a docket of affirmative consumer protection litigation work that will be heard in the Supreme Court or Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH). The Staff Counsel will be responsible for developing, investigating and litigating cases involving deceptive and unfair practices that violate New York City’s consumer protection laws. Make initial determinations as to whether matters should be investigated; determine legal theories and plans for investigations and carry them out; and review completed investigations or compliance reports for legal sufficiency. Assist in investigating matters and preparing cases for trial by securing and preparing evidence, conferring with witnesses, participating in conferences, examining and cross-examining witnesses, conducting oral arguments before the Supreme Court or OATH, and drafting legal documents needed during the various stages of litigation. Recommend whether cases should be filed and litigated in Supreme Court or OATH, resolved informally or through settlements; and negotiate settlements as appropriate. Try cases before appropriate adjudicatory bodies. Confer with other government agencies and Agency divisions. Should have admission to the New York State Bar; and either: 1 year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086). Must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment. In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements: To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have 1 year of experience at Assignment Level I or 2 years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have 2 years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or 3 years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. Should have demonstrated excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving and time management skills. Must have demonstrated excellent legal research and writing skills. Experience and knowledge in consumer protection and finance laws, administrative law, false advertising litigation, and/or internet and data privacy issues is desired.

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Job ID: 283167. Send resume and cover letter.

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