Assistant County Attorney & Chief County Counsel

Allegany County; New York (NY); In loco; USD 75.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Allegany County is seeking an Assistant County Attorney to serve as the Chief Legal Counsel for the County Board of Legislators and county departments. The successful candidate must be a NYS Bar member and a permanent resident of Allegany County at appointment and throughout employment.

The role involves representing the County in Juvenile Delinquent and PINS proceedings, drafting and reviewing contracts and pleadings, and defending civil actions under the direction of the County Attorney.

Competenze

• Graduate of an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New York State Bar at the time of appointment.
• Permanent resident of Allegany County at the time of appointment and during employment.

Mansioni

• Represent the County Attorney in Juvenile Delinquent and PINS proceedings.
• Prepare and review contracts, resolutions, notices, pleadings, appeals, and other legal documents.
• Prosecute and defend civil actions under the direction of the County Attorney.
• Provide legal advice and opinions to the Board of Legislators or county departments.
• Perform legal research as needed.

Conoscenze

County law knowledge

Written & oral advocacy

Ethical conduct

Formazione

Juris Doctor degree

Admitted to NYS Bar

Descrizione del lavoro

Allegany County is seeking an Assistant County Attorney to serve as the Chief Legal Counsel for the County Board of Legislators and county departments. The successful candidate must be a NYS Bar member and a permanent resident of Allegany County at appointment and throughout employment.

The role involves representing the County in Juvenile Delinquent and PINS proceedings, drafting and reviewing contracts and pleadings, and defending civil actions under the direction of the County Attorney.