NYC Housing Subsidy Legal Counsel

Housing Preservation & Dvlpmnt; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) seeks an Agency Attorney L-2 for the Division of Tenant and Owner Resources (DTOR). The role focuses on reviewing Article 78 petitions, preparing legal filings, and ensuring compliance with HUD rules and regulations within a dynamic, public-service environment.

You will advise on complex housing subsidy matters, respond to FOIL requests, and collaborate with agency attorneys and stakeholders to support rent subsidy programs across NYC.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• One year of post-bar U.S. legal experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Review Article 78 petitions, prepare analysis, and recommend course of action.
• Respond to NYC Comptroller claims and prepare legal arguments.
• Edit and prepare legal documents for court proceedings.
• Manage subpoenas and appearances in Housing Part of NYC Civil Court.
• Research federal/state/city rental subsidy law and advise on policy.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Organization

Knowledge of Rental Subsidies

Liaising with counsel

Bilingual (optional)

Education

Bar admission in NYS

Tools

LexisNexis

Word

Excel

Access

Job description

Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) seeks an Agency Attorney L-2 for the Division of Tenant and Owner Resources (DTOR). The role focuses on reviewing Article 78 petitions, preparing legal filings, and ensuring compliance with HUD rules and regulations within a dynamic, public-service environment.

You will advise on complex housing subsidy matters, respond to FOIL requests, and collaborate with agency attorneys and stakeholders to support rent subsidy programs across NYC.