Senior Counsel, Public Interest Litigation (Remote)

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 137,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York's Law Department seeks an experienced attorney for the Senior Counsel position. The role emphasizes developing litigation skills and serves the public by pursuing plaintiff-side matters in state and federal courts.

The position offers salary bands based on post-law school experience, with remote work options after orientation, including Flexible Remote Work and Citywide Pilot Program, and is aimed at those committed to public service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school; admitted and in good standing with NYS Bar.
• Creative problem-solvers who take initiative as a plaintiff to move cases to resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and oral advocacy skills; experience advising clients, negotiating settlements, and litigating in state and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Litigate in state and federal courts; move cases toward resolution.
• Advise clients and negotiate settlements as needed.
• Maintain strong writing and oral advocacy to support litigation strategy.

Skills

Litigation

Oral advocacy

Writing

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The City of New York's Law Department seeks an experienced attorney for the Senior Counsel position. The role emphasizes developing litigation skills and serves the public by pursuing plaintiff-side matters in state and federal courts.

The position offers salary bands based on post-law school experience, with remote work options after orientation, including Flexible Remote Work and Citywide Pilot Program, and is aimed at those committed to public service.