Senior Investigative Attorney

State of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

State of New York seeks an experienced attorney to conduct complex civil or criminal investigations, perform legal research, and draft comprehensive reports. The role emphasizes data review, interviews, and motion practice, with a focus on accuracy and clarity.

Hybrid teleworking may be available, and a two-year commitment is required upon hire. Minimum six years of legal experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential for success

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and NY Bar admission required.
• 6+ years of legal experience with investigations or reviews.
• Experience with high-volume data review and legal research.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and on a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex civil or criminal investigations or reviews.
• Perform legal research, interviews, and pre-trial motion practice.
• Draft reports, summaries, and evaluation findings with precision.

Skills

Legal research

Interviews

Litigation

Brief writing

Oral and written communication

Analytical skills

Judgment and decision making

Education

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Admitted to the New York State Bar

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

eDiscovery platforms

Case management software

Job description

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited educational institution and a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.


• Admission to the New York State Bar.


• Minimum of six years of legal experience, including substantial experience in conducting complex civil or criminal investigations or reviews, including legal research, interviews, pre-trial motion practice, litigation of trials and hearings, legal research, and brief writing.


• Familiarity with reviewing and interpreting high volumes of complex data, including, but not limited to, bank and financial records, cell phone records, time & attendance records.


• Excellent analytical, organizational, inter-personal and oral and written communication skills.


• Ability to articulate the critical issues in a case accurately and precisely both orally and in writing.


• Demonstrated good judgment in assessing legal and investigative issues.


• Excellent writing skills for documenting interviews, summarizing evaluation findings, and drafting reports.


• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.


• Ability to work as a member of an investigative team, fostering a supportive, respectful and collaborative environment with professional, investigative and support staff.


• Technical proficiency including knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office 365 suite and modules, eDiscovery platforms and case management software.


• Ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining careful attention to detail and accuracy.


• Ability to interact effectively with department and agency staff, senior management and executive staff within the MTA/OIG and external offices and agencies.


• Subject to the approval of the EDIG/Legal, this position is eligible for hybrid teleworking.


• A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.