Associate County Attorney: Research, Writing & Courtroom Work

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

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.