Join Lerner, Arnold & Winston, LLP – A Premier Law Firm with a Client-Centric Focus Position: Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate Location: New York City Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,000 per year + case handling incentive bonuses Lerner, Arnold & Winston, LLP, a top-tier full-service law firm in the heart of NYC, is expanding and s
Job Title: Trial Attorney (Civil Rights) Job Responsibilities: As a Trial Attorney (Civil Rights) within the department of the organization, you will be responsible for a comprehensive range of duties that include: - Reviewing charge files and recommending the initiation of litigation. - Filing petitions for compliance with administrative subpoenas and seeking temporary injunctive relief. - Prosecuting cases to ensure consistency with the organization's litigation policies
Title Staff Attorney Job Responsibilities The Staff Attorney will provide legal services and engage in individual and systemic representation and litigation. The attorney will be part of the Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (PATBI) program and report to the Program Director. The essential functions include: - Providing legal, administrative, and other appropriate means of representation to individuals with disabilities to ensure their r
Job Title: . Litigation Deputy Director Job Responsibilities: - As a key member of the Legal Leadership Team, the . Litigation Deputy Director will help lead the organization's systemic change efforts through impact litigation. - Responsible for developing and supervising litigation in a team of highly skilled, energetic, and committed immigrant rights litigators representing refugees and immigrants in some of the most important legal issues of our time. - Report to an
Job Title: . Litigation Staff Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Develop, supervise, lead, and engage in all aspects of litigation and litigation-related advocacy, including case development and filing, legal and factual research, client counseling and interviews, motions practice, discovery, resource creation, policy advocacy, and media advocacy. - Collaborate with staff members in other program departments to ensure that litigation supports and leverages the work of other
Job Title: AGENCY ATTORNEY INTERNE Job Responsibilities: The Agency Attorney Intern at the organization is tasked with several responsibilities within the Law Department's Housing Litigation Division. The primary focus of this role involves conducting administrative termination of tenancy proceedings. These proceedings are initiated on various grounds, including non-desirability, which encompasses violence against organization employees, breach of rules and regulations, ille
Job Title: Assistant Corporation Counsel - Special Federal Litigation Department: Special Federal Litigation Job Responsibilities: The Assistant Corporation Counsel position within the Special Federal Litigation Division at the organization involves significant legal responsibilities related to defending the City and its officials in civil rights cases brought in federal court. These cases typically involve allegations of police, district attorney, or correction officer mi
Job Title: Assistant Corporation Counsel - Special Federal Litigation Department: Special Federal Litigation Job Responsibilities: The Assistant Corporation Counsel (ACC) within the Special Federal Litigation Division is tasked with defending the city and its officials in civil rights cases filed in federal court. These cases often involve allegations of police, district attorney, or correction officer misconduct where individuals claim their constitutional rights were viol
Job Title: Assistant Corporation Counsel - Special Federal Litigation Department: Special Federal Litigation Salary Range: $87, – $175, Job Description: The organization’s Special Federal Litigation Division is seeking an attorney for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel. The role involves defending the city and its officials in civil rights cases filed in federal court. These cases often involve allegations of police, district attorney, or correct...
Job Title: Assistant Corporation Counsel - Special Federal Litigation Department: Special Federal Litigation Job Responsibilities: The Assistant Corporation Counsel (ACC) position within the Special Federal Litigation Division involves defending the City and its officials in federal civil rights cases. These cases often arise from allegations of police, district attorney, or correction officer misconduct, claiming violations of constitutional rights during arrests, prosecut
Job Title: Agency Attorney I Job Responsibilities: - Work within the Law Enforcement Bureau to enforce the New York City Human Rights Law through various methods including pre-complaint interventions, investigations, mediations, settlements, and litigation. - Handle a case docket consisting of cases in housing, employment, healthcare, and public accommodations in specific zip codes in New York City. - Conduct interviews with members of the public alleging discrimination clai
Job Title: Staff Attorney - Housing Job Responsibilities: - Maintain a full-time caseload representing eligible clients served by the Eviction Prevention Unit. - Develop and maintain specialized knowledge in housing matters, particularly landlord-tenant, subsidized housing, and government benefits. - Provide legal services to low-income clients and client groups regarding these matters, including advice, negotiation, litigation, and administrative advocacy. - Interact respec
Job Title: Staff Attorney, . Litigation Job Responsibilities: - Monitor and track relevant lawsuits and legal decisions in the Supreme Court, federal appellate courts, and state Supreme Courts. - Serve as an internal resource across teams and departments for reporting and analysis of legal developments. - Assist in the development of new legal theories to advance the organization's strategic priorities. - Conduct legal and factual research to support and develop arguments
Job Title: Staff Attorney – Housing Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney at the organization will focus on housing-related legal matters within Northern Westchester and Putnam County courts. The attorney will represent low-income individuals and families on issues such as eviction, unlawful lock-outs, habitability problems, and succession rights challenges. Many clients have protected housing or specialized vouchers, requiring the attorney to engage in Section 8 and ot...
Title Law Graduate Job Responsibilities The Law Graduate will provide legal services and engage in individual and systemic representation and litigation as part of the PATBI (Protection and Advocacy for Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury) program. Key responsibilities include: - Provide legal, administrative, and appropriate representation to individuals with disabilities to protect their rights. - Interview potential clients, their families, advocacy groups, and
Title Law Graduate EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. About the Organization The organization, the Protection and Advocacy System and the Client Assistance Program for New York State, is seeking an individual with
Job Title: NY Associate Job Responsibilities: - Engage in high-stakes, cutting-edge litigation across a wide range of practice areas, including commercial litigation, white-collar criminal defense and internal investigations, employment and discrimination, and complex regulatory and securities matters. - Participate in pioneering public interest practice addressing critical contemporary issues such as gender and racial equity, reproductive justice, LGBTQ+ rights, religious f
Job Title: Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault Litigation Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Handle all phases of sexual abuse and sexual assault litigation, including sensitive pleadings, trauma-informed discovery approaches, motion practice, and bellwether/trial preparation. - Lead discovery efforts focused on institutional accountability, including identifying key documents revealing patterns of negligence, taking depositions, and written discovery. - Depose witnesses and
Job Title: Investigating Attorney – Racial Profiling and Biased Policing Job Responsibilities: The Investigating Attorney will work within the Racial Profiling and Biased Policing (RPBP) Investigations Unit at the **Members Only**. The primary responsibilities include: - Receiving, investigating, and managing civilian complaints of police misconduct, specifically those alleging racial profiling and biased policing based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, dis...
Job Title: Investigating Attorney – Racial Profiling and Biased Policing Job Responsibilities: The Investigating Attorney within the **Members Only** is tasked with handling civilian complaints against New York City police officers that allege racial profiling and other forms of biased policing. The role involves a comprehensive range of responsibilities, including: - Receiving and managing complaints related to police misconduct. - Contacting and scheduling interviews with complain...
Job Title: Investigating Attorney – Racial Profiling and Biased Policing Department: Civilian Complaint Review Board Salary Range: $71, – $108, Job Responsibilities: The Investigating Attorney at the **Members Only** is tasked with handling civilian complaints related to racial profiling and biased policing by New York City police officers. The responsibilities include: - Receiving, investigating, and managing complaints alleging misconduct based on race, color, reli...
Job Title: Attorney – Litigation - Civil Rights (Religious Liberty) Job Responsibilities: The attorney will be responsible for litigating cases related to civil rights with a focus on religious liberty. This role requires an individual who is comfortable with litigation processes, takes initiative in their work, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment. The attorney will work as part of a team of experienced, dependable, dedicated, and hard-working attorneys, all sharing...
Job Title: Attorney – Litigation - Civil Rights (Medical Liberty) Job Responsibilities: The attorney will be responsible for handling litigation matters with a focus on civil rights, particularly in the area of medical liberty. The role requires the attorney to be comfortable with litigating cases, taking initiative, and thriving in a fast-paced environment. The attorney will collaborate with a team of experienced, dependable, dedicated, and hard-working attorneys. A passi...
Job Title: Attorney – Litigation – Freedom of Information Act Job Responsibilities: The attorney will be responsible for handling litigation matters related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or state public record act requests. This includes: - Engaging in numerous FOIA litigations related to mandated medicine. - Managing cases from the initial strategy and investigation phase through to the completion of the matter. - Collaborating with a team of experienced...
Job Title: Staff Attorney, Prisoners’ Rights Project (PRP) Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney for the Prisoners’ Rights Project (PRP) at the organization is tasked with a broad range of responsibilities aimed at defending and expanding the rights of incarcerated individuals in New York City jails and New York state prisons. The essential duties and responsibilities include: - Engaging in complex civil litigation related to prison and jail conditions, which involv...
Job Title: Supervising Housing Attorney Job Responsibilities: - Oversee the provision of housing-related legal services to low-income tenants and tenant associations in neighborhoods experiencing significant displacement pressures. - Provide exceptional supervision and support to a team of 5-7 housing attorneys and advocates. - Collaborate with organizers to build, support, and represent tenant associations. - Work closely with members and organizers to support organizing ca
Job Title: Director of Innovative Housing Initiatives Job Responsibilities: The Director of Innovative Housing Initiatives is a key leadership position within the organization’s Housing Justice Unit, specifically for the Housing Justice Helpline. The primary responsibilities include: - Supervising all facets of the helpline work, including managing Paralegals, the Program Manager, and Supervising Attorneys. - Collaborating with various teams such as the Housing Leadership...
Job Title: Director of Innovative Housing Initiatives Job Responsibilities: Program Management: - Coordinate intake and advice/brief representation provided to callers. - Monitor and maintain a high standard of client service. - Support the development, funding, implementation, and reporting of programs. - Oversee the use of AI-driven tools and other technologies to enhance the intake process. - Respond to client, community, and staff concerns. - Evaluate the project’s ne...
Job Title: Director of Innovative Housing Initiatives **Job Responsibilities:** The Director of Innovative Housing Initiatives is responsible for overseeing the Housing Justice Helpline, which is part of the organization's Housing Justice Unit within the Civil Practice. The role involves supervising various staff members, including Paralegals, the Program Manager, and Supervising Attorneys. The Director collaborates with different teams such as the Housing Leadership Group,
Job Title: Supervising Attorney, Housing Justice Tenant Defense Job Responsibilities: The Supervising Attorney will take on a leadership role within the Housing Justice Unit – Tenant Defense of the department. The responsibilities include: - Supervising, mentoring, and training staff attorneys, paralegals, and volunteers/interns. - Monitoring and maintaining a high standard of representation and client service. - Collaborating with the Attorney-in-Charge of the Harlem of...
Job Title: Staff Attorney, Disciplinary Representation Unit Job Responsibilities: The Staff Attorney role within the Disciplinary Representation Unit (DRU) at the organization involves several key responsibilities focused on providing legal representation to incarcerated individuals during prison disciplinary hearings. The DRU is a newly established unit aimed at fulfilling the representation rights granted by the HALT Act, which addresses long-term solitary confinement i
Job Title: Supervising Senior Attorney, Public Benefits Job Responsibilities: - Lead or serve in a leadership role as part of a litigation team in impact litigation and class actions in both state and federal court, incorporating the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Civil Rights Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act, where appropriate. - Represent clients at all stages of litigation, including providing advice and counsel and direct representation in federal court, state
Job Title: Supervising Attorney IV Job Responsibilities: The Supervising Attorney IV will serve within the Department of Social Services' Office of Legal Affairs, specifically in the Homeless Litigation and Program Counseling Unit (HLPCU). This role involves providing legal representation for the Commissioner of the Department of Social Services in state courts on complex litigation matters, including but not limited to Article 78 actions, class actions, and civil actions. T
Job Title: Internet Strategy and Litigation Associate Job Responsibilities: The Internet Strategy and Litigation Associate will be involved in handling cases and investigations concerning Internet law, privacy, data security, copyright, artificial intelligence, platform liability, and first amendment issues. The associate will be part of a team that has significantly influenced the legal framework for the online world. Responsibilities include tackling advanced legal issu
Job Title: Adjudications Counsel Department: Executive Job Responsibilities: The Adjudications Counsel at the organization is responsible for supporting the enforcement of the New York City Human Rights Law through various legal and policy mechanisms. The key responsibilities include: - Monitoring cases and comments for organization decisions and orders to ensure timely action by the Office of the Chair. - Engaging with stakeholders including community members, adv
Job Title: Supervising Attorney – Commission Initiated Department: Law Enforcement Bureau Executive Job Responsibilities: - Oversee and manage a team of staff attorneys and support staff handling agency-initiated cases. - Supervise attorneys and other staff in the investigation of agency-initiated investigations and complaints of violations of the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). - Supervise attorneys in negotiating resolutions of claims of agency-initiated cases,...
Job OverviewA law firm seeks a Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault Litigation Attorney in New York City, NY. This role involves representing survivors in complex litigation, focusing on institutional accountability and survivor advocacy. The attorney will work with a trauma-informed team to build compelling cases and provide strategic courtroom all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.