Entry-Level Municipal Law Attorney — Public Sector

Suffolk AME; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 84,250 - 125,175; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Pension

Paid Time Off

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

A County Attorney’s Office in Hauppauge is looking for entry-level attorneys to handle complex legal matters related to County government operations. Responsibilities include contract negotiation, legal guidance, and attending agency meetings. The position offers Health Insurance, paid time off, and a salary range of $84,250 to $125,175. Candidates should be recent law school graduates with strong academic records and a commitment to public service. This position requires good communication skills and collaborative work with various departments.

Qualifications

• Must have taken the July 2024 New York State Bar Examination or plan to sit for the February or July 2025 exam.
• Commitment to public service and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex legal issues for the Suffolk County government.
• Provide legal guidance to County departments.
• Attend meetings and advise County agencies.

Skills

Experience in Municipal Law

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent judgment

Organizational abilities

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Recent law school graduate

Strong academic record

Job description

A County Attorney’s Office in Hauppauge is looking for entry-level attorneys to handle complex legal matters related to County government operations. Responsibilities include contract negotiation, legal guidance, and attending agency meetings. The position offers Health Insurance, paid time off, and a salary range of $84,250 to $125,175. Candidates should be recent law school graduates with strong academic records and a commitment to public service. This position requires good communication skills and collaborative work with various departments.