Litigation - Appellate Attorney in New York City, NY

Government

New York City, NY

Litigation - Appellate Attorney in New York City, NY

Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

No

Opportunity Announcement: Associate Attorney Positions in New York State Court System
H1: New York State Court System Seeks Associate Attorneys
H2: Join the Legal Team in the First Judicial Department

The New York State Unified Court System is currently seeking highly qualified individuals for two Associate Attorney positions in the Attorney Discipline Law Department. These positions offer a competitive salary of $107,629 plus $4,775 location pay, and are open to those with admission to the New York State Bar and two years of experience in the Senior Attorney title or equivalent legal experience. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced attorneys to join a highly respected and prestigious organization and make a positive impact on the legal community in New York.

Organization: New York State Unified Court System (Unified Court System)
Department: Attorney Discipline Law Department
Positions Available: 2
Location: Appellate Division, First Department - 180 Maiden Lane, New York, NY
Salary: $107,629 + $4,775 Location Pay
Classification: Non-competitive/Confidential
Application Deadline: February 3, 2025

Position Summary:
The Associate Attorney positions in the New York State Court System are responsible for all aspects of the attorney disciplinary process. This includes managing a significant caseload, conducting complex investigations, performing legal research, and litigating cases before Special Referees and the Appellate Division. The successful candidates will also be involved in extensive writing, including confidential memoranda, petitions, motions, and legal briefs. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to handle sensitive matters in a confidential manner.

Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and provide legal advocacy services in the Mental Hygiene Legal Services, attorney disciplinary committees, 18B panel administration, or other units within the Unified Court System
- Manage a significant caseload and conduct complex investigations
- Prepare and present complex cases before administrative tribunals and trial and appellate courts
- Oversee a departmental law guardian program
- Write confidential memoranda, petitions, motions, and legal briefs
- Handle disciplinary matters before the Appellate Division

Qualifications:
- Admission to the New York State Bar
- Two years of service in the Senior Attorney title or equivalent legal experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to handle sensitive matters in a confidential manner
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Experience in handling complex investigations and litigating cases before administrative tribunals and courts

Application Process:
To apply for the Associate Attorney positions, interested individuals must submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form, along with a cover letter and resume, by email or mail. The Equal Employment Opportunity Data Collection form is also encouraged to be completed. All applications received will be considered for any vacancies in this title within the next six months.

Conclusion:
This is a great opportunity for experienced attorneys to join the New York State Court System and make a positive impact on the legal community. The positions offer a competitive salary and the chance to work on complex and challenging cases. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply before the February 3, 2025 deadline. The New York State 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 any other non-merit factor. Don't miss this chance to join a highly respected and prestigious organization and advance your legal career. Apply now!