New York State Senate

National Black Lawyers Top 100; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

New York State Senate is seeking applicants to fill the role of Legal Counsel in its Albany office.

The Legal Counsel provides essential legal support, including advising Senate members and staff on legislative matters, drafting and reviewing legislation, and ensuring compliance with laws and policies. The role also involves litigation support, policy development, briefing on regulatory changes, and collaboration with Albany and statewide staff to support lawmakers.

Qualifications

• JD or equivalent legal license with NY bar preferred.
• Strong knowledge of legislation drafting and regulatory analysis.
• Experience supporting legislative offices and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance to Senate members and staff on legislative matters.
• Draft and review legislation, bills, and resolutions.
• Interpret laws and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Represent the Senate in legal proceedings as needed.
• Brief Senator and staff on legislation, policy initiatives, and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with Albany and statewide staff and stakeholders.

Skills

Legal research

Legislation drafting

Regulatory analysis

Policy interpretation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

Job description

New York State Senator James Sanders, Jr., is seeking applicants to fill the role of Legal Counsel in his Albany office. The New York State Senate Legal Counsel provides essential legal support and advice. This dynamic role involves a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to:

Legal Advice:

• Offering legal guidance to Senate members and staff on legislative matters
• Interpreting laws, regulations, and policies relevant to Senate operations
• Drafting and reviewing legislation
• Assisting in the drafting of bills and resolutions
• Reviewing proposed legislation for legal implications and compliance

Litigation Support:

• Representing the Senate in legal proceedings as necessary
• Coordinating with external legal counsel on complex legal issues

Policy Development:

• Contributing to the development of policies and procedures within the Senate
• Ensuring that Senate practices align with legal standards and best practices
• Preparing materials and briefing Senator and staff on legislation, policy initiatives, and regulatory changes
• Assisting Senator in preparation for public hearings, roundtable discussions, forums and other public meetings and events
• Working with Albany and statewide staff to assist Senators in drafting and analyzing legislation and policy
• Meeting with and building relationships with relevant stakeholders, advocacy, and constituency groups