Associate Counsel - VID 226167

Civicworks; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York State Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control in Buffalo seeks an Associate Counsel to provide legal counsel to executive and management teams. The role handles contract review and drafting, manages FOIL compliance, and supports litigation matters while supervising staff.

This is a full-time, contingent permanent appointment reporting to agency leadership. Required are NYS Bar admission, four years of legal experience, a valid NYS driver's license, and proficiency in contract law,

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• Four years of post-qualification legal experience.
• Valid NYS driver's license or ability to meet transportation needs.
• Experience drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Knowledge of FOIL and related state laws.
• Litigation support and case preparation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to executive and management teams.
• Review and draft contracts and related documents.
• Manage FOIL compliance and related procedures.
• Support litigation matters as needed.
• Supervise staff assigned to the counsel function.

Skills

Legal analysis

Contract drafting

Litigation support

FOIL compliance

Job description

Associate Counsel position with the New York State Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control in Buffalo. The role provides legal counsel to executive and management teams, handles contract review and drafting, manages FOIL compliance, supports litigation matters, and supervises staff. This is a full-time, contingent permanent appointment reporting to agency leadership.

Key qualifications:

• Admission to and membership in good standing of the New York State Bar
• Four years of subsequent professional legal experience
• Valid Driver's License issued by NYS Department of Motor Vehicle or demonstrated capacity to meet transportation needs
• Experience with contract drafting and review
• Knowledge of New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL)
• Litigation support and case preparation experience