Associate Assistant County Attorney - County Attorney

Town Of Freetown; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New York State Retirement System

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off including 13 Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The Cortland County Attorney's Office seeks an Associate Assistant County Attorney for professional legal work including advanced research, writing, and court preparation. After admission to the New York State Bar, the attorney serves as legal counsel under supervision. Full-time position (35 hours/week) with benefits; salary $76,162/year.

Requires J.D./LL.B./LL.M. and to obtain NY license within one year; U.S.

Qualifications

• Advanced legal research and writing required.
• Ability to prepare for court appearances.
• Must obtain NY license within 1 year of permanent appointment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as legal counsel in the County Attorney's Office after admission to the NY State Bar.
• Perform duties under supervision of the County Attorney or Chief Assistant County Attorney.
• Engage in related legal tasks as required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Court appearances

Education

J.D., LL.B. or LL.M. Degree

Job description

Associate Assistant County Attorney - County Attorney

This is professional legal work involving advanced legal research, legal writing and preparation for court appearances. Once the incumbent is admitted to the New York State Bar, the incumbent also serves as legal counsel in the County Attorney's Office. The work is assigned by and performed under the general supervision of the County Attorney or Chief Assistant County Attorney. Does related work as required.

Work Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week with benefits

Salary: $76,162/YR. (Management Compensation Plan)

Location: Cortland County Attorney's Office

Status: PJC

• New York State Retirement System, Low Deductible Health Insurance Plan, Generous Paid Time Off including 13 Paid Holidays, Tuition Assistance available, Position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a J.D., LL.B. or LL.M. Degree.

Special Requirement: The incumbent must obtain a license to practice law in New York State within one (1) year of the date of permanent appointment.

Must be a U.S. citizen in accordance with Public Officers Law.

Pre-employment screenings required.

Category: Vacancy Postings Status Open Posted April 30, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled