Senior Public Interest Litigation Counsel - Remote Options

Justia, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Law Department seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel (Senior Counsel) in the affirmative Litigation Division. Attorneys independently handle their caseload from inception to resolution, representing the City as plaintiff in diverse matters impacting public health, safety, and policy.

This role offers opportunities to develop litigation skills and contribute to meaningful public service, particularly in the plaintiff role, with remote work options described below.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar are required.
• Candidates should be creative problem-solvers who take initiative as a plaintiff to move cases to resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, and oral advocacy skills with substantial experience advising clients, negotiating settlements, and litigating in state and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Handle caseload from inception to resolution.
• Develop litigation strategies and manage cases from filing to judgment.
• Advise clients, negotiate settlements, and litigate in state and federal courts.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Written advocacy

Negotiation

Client counseling

Problem solving

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Admission to New York State Bar

Job description

The New York City Law Department seeks an Assistant Corporation Counsel (Senior Counsel) in the affirmative Litigation Division. Attorneys independently handle their caseload from inception to resolution, representing the City as plaintiff in diverse matters impacting public health, safety, and policy.

This role offers opportunities to develop litigation skills and contribute to meaningful public service, particularly in the plaintiff role, with remote work options described below.