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Government and Government Relations Attorney in New York City, NY

New York City Department of Probation Sep 11,2020 Nov 26,2019 Location USA New York City NY
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Government

Attorney

Government and Government Relations

Min 4 yrs required

Profile

Deputy General Counsel The candidate will be responsible to supervise a citywide staff of attorneys and support staff who are engaged in legal research, violation hearings, appeals, motions and special writs in Criminal, Civil and Family Court cases. Trains new attorneys and support staff in procedural laws, rules and regulations and in court practices. Advises legal staff of new legislation. Monitors and evaluates the performance of all borough offices. Analyzes and resolves legal queries and issues, including liability claims, labor disputes and discrimination (EEO) claims. Prepares written responses to complaints. Coordinates legal arguments and responses with Corporation Counsel’s Office. Supervises the drafting and finalization of standard contract forms, memoranda of understanding and stipulations. May participate in contract negotiations. Acts as a liaison between the agency and the Law Department. Represents the General Counsel at meetings with other public and private agencies, contractors, Family Court, HRA, NYC Police Department and District Attorney’s Office. Advises General Counsel concerning proposed legislative changes. Develops legal arguments supporting legislative proposals initiated and sponsored by the Department. Acts as the General Counsel in that official’s absence.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate must have admission to the New York State Bar; and 4 years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, 18 months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work. Must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment. Experience or familiarity with the Department of Probation work is preferred. Legal experience in a General Counsel’s office at a local, state, or federal government agency. Litigation experience, preferably in administrative law, New York state civil procedure, FOIL, labor, and/or employment disputes is beneficial. Experience in administrative or disciplinary actions and hearings, labor relations, employment law, City procurement and contracting; privacy regulations; government audits; EEO; and Conflict of Interest (COIB) is an asset. Experience in investigative interviews, taking testimony in hearing and/or administrative trials. Excellent interpersonal skills, including demonstrated success working collaboratively with colleagues, clients, direct reports, and/or supervisors is desired.

Additional info

Job ID: 416346. Send Resume And Cover Letter.

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