Divorce Law Attorney in Bronx, NY

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Bronx, NY

Divorce Law Attorney in Bronx, NY

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- Job title: Attorney II, Office of Legal Affairs
- Organization: Department of Social Services
- Experience: Admission to New York State Bar and either one year of US legal experience or six months as an Agency Attorney Interne
- Salary range: $78, - $89,
- Job type: Full-time
- Location: Bronx, NY
- Department: Office of Legal Affairs-NM
- No exam required
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness available
- Residency Requirement: None

H1: Attorney II Position in the Department of Social Services
H2: Responsibilities and Requirements for Attorney II in Office of Legal Affairs

Bold Headline: Join Our Team as an Attorney II and Make a Difference in Social Services

The Department of Social Services' Office of Legal Affairs is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to join their team as an Attorney II. This position offers the opportunity to provide legal guidance and representation in state and federal courts to ensure the delivery of social services in accordance with laws and regulations.

Salary Range and Job Description:

- Salary range for this position is $78, - $89,
- The Attorney II will work towards establishing paternity and child support orders in family court
- Under general supervision, the Attorney II will perform sophisticated legal work in the Office of Legal Affairs

Responsibilities:

- Provide legal assistance by researching and interpreting laws and regulations related to the delivery of services
- Draft legal documents and represent the Commissioner in judicial proceedings
- Negotiate on behalf of the Agency and conduct legal discovery
- Provide guidance and training to other staff members

Minimum Qualifications:

- Must be admitted to the New York State Bar
- One year of US legal experience or six months as an Agency Attorney Interne
- Must remain a member of the New York State Bar in good standing

Preferred Skills:

- Prior litigation experience
- Strong oral and written advocacy skills
- Experience in Child Support or Family Law
- JD required, NYS Bar admitted or pending admission after passing NYS Bar exam

Additional Information:

- The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness is available to eligible employees
- New York City residency is not required for this position

Apply now and join our team as an Attorney II in the Office of Legal Affairs at the Department of Social Services. Help make a difference in the lives of those in need and gain valuable experience in the legal field.