Housing Court Attorney - Public Housing Litigation

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage options

Deferred compensation plans

NYCERS defined pension

Job summary

The City of New York's NYCHA Housing Litigation Division seeks an Agency Attorney to represent the Authority in Housing Court and related forums. The attorney will handle non-payment, holdover, Section 8, illegal lockout, repair, and bankruptcy matters, developing litigation strategy and presenting witnesses.

Candidates must be admitted to the New York State Bar and have strong oral advocacy and organizational skills; agency intern experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar and one year of U.S. legal experience after admission.
• Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Intern (30086).
• Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Represent NYCHA in Civil Court-Housing Part proceedings, including negotiations, court appearances before a Housing Court Judge, and stipulations of settlement.
• Represent and defend NYCHA in repair cases, advise Developments, and assist to ensure repairs are completed promptly.
• Represent NYCHA as a Judgment Creditor in Bankruptcy Court to collect rent.
• Prepare legal research, motions, memoranda, affidavits, and timely, professional correspondence.
• Support the Housing Litigation Division to meet legal proceeding requirements and NYCHA business needs.
• Update case management systems, reporting, case files, and related administrative duties.
• Maintain data for housing metrics and obtain death certificates, including going in person as needed.
• Serve as a Law Department point of contact and resource in support of NYCHA property management operations and outside counsel coordination.

Skills

Good oral advocacy

Well organized

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Education

New York State Bar admission

Job description

The City of New York's NYCHA Housing Litigation Division seeks an Agency Attorney to represent the Authority in Housing Court and related forums. The attorney will handle non-payment, holdover, Section 8, illegal lockout, repair, and bankruptcy matters, developing litigation strategy and presenting witnesses.

Candidates must be admitted to the New York State Bar and have strong oral advocacy and organizational skills; agency intern experience is a plus.