Public Sector Counsel: Labor & Employment (Albany)

New York State Senate

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 190,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

The New York State Senate is seeking a full-time Attorney based in Albany to provide legal counsel to Senate offices, analyze proposed legislation, and draft memoranda on complex legal issues. The role emphasizes labor and employment matters and requires rigorous research, clear writing, and practical advice for policymakers and staff.

Candidates should hold a JD from an accredited law school and be admitted to practice in New York, with strong negotiation skills and a track record in

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and NY bar admission or eligibility.
  • Experience in Labor and Employment Law, including public sector issues.
  • Strong analytical and research abilities with clear, practical legal conclusions.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills for policymakers and staff.
  • Effective negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal counsel to Senate offices and analyze proposed legislation.
  • Draft and review statutory and regulatory language and memoranda.
  • Advise on compliance with state and federal laws, especially labor/employment issues.
  • Collaborate with legislators, staff, and external stakeholders; participate in negotiations.
  • Prepare materials for committee hearings or other official proceedings.

Skills

Legal reasoning
Written & oral communication
Negotiation
Legal research
Policy analysis

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school
Admission to practice law in New York State

Tools

Legal databases

Job description

The New York State Senate is seeking a full-time Attorney based in Albany to provide legal counsel to Senate offices, analyze proposed legislation, and draft memoranda on complex legal issues. The role emphasizes labor and employment matters and requires rigorous research, clear writing, and practical advice for policymakers and staff.

Candidates should hold a JD from an accredited law school and be admitted to practice in New York, with strong negotiation skills and a track record in

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