Organization: Queens County Surrogate's Court
Job Title: Court Attorney
Experience: New York State Bar admission or graduation from accredited law school with admission to the New York State Bar within 18 months of appointment
Salary: $82,198 + $4,775 location pay
Job Description:
- Research and analyze legal issues and questions
- Serve in a confidential capacity under supervision of judges in various courts
- May be assigned to judges designated as Acting Justices of the Supreme Court
- Perform other related duties as assigned
General Information:
- Position may be subject to reassignment within the same title depending on the needs of the Unified Court System
- All applications from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title within the next six months
- 1 position currently available
Application Procedures:
- Submit UCS-5 Application for Employment form, resume, and cover letter by email or mail
- Encouraged to complete Equal Employment Opportunity Data Collection Form
Posting Date: October 1, 2024
Application Deadline: October 29, 2024
The Queens County Surrogate's Court is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Court Attorney. This is a highly esteemed role within the court system, providing the opportunity to work closely with judges and handle complex legal issues. The selected candidate will have the option to work in any of the following titles, based on their qualifications and experience:
- Court Attorney JG - 23
The successful candidate will receive a base salary of $82,198, with an additional $4,775 location pay. This is a full-time position, with benefits and potential for growth within the Unified Court System.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Provide support and assistance to judges
- Maintain confidentiality in all tasks
- Perform duties as assigned by the court
Qualifications:
- Admission to the New York State Bar
- Graduation from an accredited law school with admission to the New York State Bar within 18 months of appointment
General Information:
- Reassignment may occur within the same title based on the needs of the Unified Court System
- All applications will be considered for any vacancies within the next six months
- 1 position currently available
Application Procedures:
- Submit UCS-5 Application for Employment form, resume, and cover letter by email or mail
- Encouraged to complete Equal Employment Opportunity Data Collection Form
The Queens County Surrogate's Court is an equal opportunity employer, and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The court 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.
If you are a qualified attorney looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the court system, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our team and make a difference in the legal community. Submit your application today.
