Organization: Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department
Department: Not specified
Job Title: Senior Appellate Court Attorney
Experience: Two years in the Appellate Court Attorney title or equivalent legal experience
Salary: Base salary of $107,629 plus $4,775 location pay
Location: Brooklyn, NY
The Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for positions in the Appellate Court Attorney series. The positions will be filled based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicants. The job title for this position is Senior Appellate Court Attorney, with a job grade of 28. The successful candidates will be responsible for researching and analyzing complex legal issues and questions for the court, as well as performing other related duties. They will work in a confidential capacity and have substantial independence from supervision in units located in the Appellate Divisions and Appellate Terms of the Supreme Court.
The Senior Appellate Court Attorney position requires admission to the New York State Bar and two years of service in the Appellate Court Attorney title, or equivalent legal experience. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the law and trial procedures, as well as the ability to organize, analyze, and interpret legal issues. They must also possess excellent writing and communication skills, as well as the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
The position is located at the Appellate Division, Second Department in Brooklyn, NY, and is classified as non-competitive and confidential. Attorneys in this position will research and analyze legal issues, prepare preliminary reports and confidential memoranda, and review draft decisions for accuracy of citations and conformance with the record on appeal. They must also have knowledge of the law and trial procedures, as well as the ability to write clearly and concisely and communicate effectively.
The Senior Appellate Court Attorney position is a highly specialized and important role within the court system. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on complex legal issues and contribute to the decision-making process of the court. They will also have the chance to work in a confidential capacity and have substantial independence from supervision, allowing for professional growth and development.
Key responsibilities of the Senior Appellate Court Attorney include:
- Researching and analyzing complex legal issues and questions for the court
- Performing other related duties as assigned
- Serving in a confidential capacity and working under substantial independence from supervision
- Maintaining strict confidentiality
- Reviewing draft decisions for accuracy of citations and conformance with the record on appeal
- Organizing, analyzing, and interpreting legal issues
- Writing clear and concise prose
- Communicating clearly and succinctly
- Knowledge of the law and trial procedures
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Requirements for the Senior Appellate Court Attorney position include:
- Admission to the New York State Bar
- Two years of service in the Appellate Court Attorney title or equivalent legal experience
- Strong understanding of the law and trial procedures
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Ability to organize, analyze, and interpret legal issues
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. All interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply by submitting a UCS-5 Application for Employment form, along with a resume and cover letter, by email or mail to the Appellate Division, Second Department. Applications are reviewed on a monthly basis and positions are filled as they become available.
In summary, the Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Appellate Court Attorney. This is a highly specialized and important role within the court system, with a base salary of $107,629 plus $4,775 location pay. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on complex legal issues and contribute to the decision-making process of the court, while working in a confidential capacity and having substantial independence from supervision. Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply.
