SUPERVISING ATTORNEY

NYC Department of Social Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 93,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supervising Attorney to lead a team in complex litigation matters related to child support and paternity. This role involves supervising legal representation, conducting legal research, and developing litigation strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy skills, a solid understanding of family and estate law, and the ability to mentor junior attorneys. Join a dynamic legal team dedicated to ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while making a significant impact in the community. This is a fantastic opportunity for a legal professional looking to advance their career in public service.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Flexible Hours

Diverse Work Environment

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the New York State Bar in good standing.
• One year of satisfactory legal experience post-bar admission.

Responsibilities

• Supervise attorneys providing legal representation in state courts.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents and motions.

Skills

Oral Advocacy

Written Advocacy

Legal Research

Time Management

Courtroom Etiquette

Education

Admission to the New York State Bar

Legal Experience

Job description

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The NYC Department of Social Services’ Office of Legal Affairs (OLA) provides legal guidance, litigation support, and direct representation to the Agency’s program areas in state and federal courts and before administrative agencies to ensure the delivery of social services and public benefits consistent with federal, state and local laws and regulations.

The Support and Lien Recovery Litigation Unit (SLRLU) provides litigation services and legal counsel to the Department of Social Services (DSS), the Office of Child Support Services (OCSS) and the Investigation, Revenue and Enforcement Administration (IREA) in accord with Federal, State and City laws and regulations. SLRLU represents the agency in state court actions to establish paternity and support orders on behalf of DSS and assert liens and claims against Public Assistance and Medicaid recipients’ personal injury awards and estate assets. SLRLU defends the agency in state court actions filed against it for its administrative and lien recovery enforcement actions and regularly consults with the NYC Law Department as appropriate.

Under Managerial Direction, The Supervising Attorney Will Supervise Attorneys Providing Legal Representation Of The Commissioner Of The Department Of Social Services In State Courts On Complex Litigation Matters Including But Not Limited To Child Support, Paternity, Enforcement And Other Areas Of Law As Necessary In Addition To The Following

The Office of the General Counsel of Legal Affairs (OLA) is recruiting for one (1) Agency Attorney IV to function as a Supervising Attorney within their Support and Liens Recovery Litigation Unit (SLRLU) Child Support Enforcement Team (CSET) in Staten Island who will:

• Supervise attorneys providing legal representation of the Commissioner of the Department of Social Services in state courts on complex litigation matters including but not limited to Estates, Medicaid recovery, and other areas of law as necessary. Assign, review, revise and prepare opinions and legal documents in all areas of law.
• Assign litigation and review matters to subordinate attorneys. Review and edit court papers and legal opinions. Conduct legal research; prepare written motions, objections and rebuttals and other legal memoranda.
• Assist staff with developing appropriate litigation strategies or the Supervising Attorney may assist the Executive Agency Counsels of the Unit by taking charge of the advocacy of complex legal issues and perform legal research on complex subject matter. Maintain records and update program area on outcome and impact of court decisions and rulings.
• Monitor time and leave of subordinate staff. Evaluate and rate staff job performance and assist the Executive Agency Counsels of the unit in management planning decisions, program counseling and strategies affecting the unit.
• Conduct staff meetings and/or briefings relevant to legal status of assigned cases; prepare reports with recommendations for managerial decision and action. Prepare transfer and appeal memorandums to NYC Law Dept.
  
  

Work Location:

126-130 Stuyvesant Place, 5th Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301

Hours/Schedule

Monday to Friday 9am – 5 pm with one-hour flex

AGENCY ATTORNEY - 30087

Minimum Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.
• One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
• Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086).
  
  

Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.

In Addition To Meeting The Minimum Qualification Requirements

To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.

Preferred Skills

• Strong oral and written advocacy skills. - Knowledge of proper courtroom etiquette, family law, estate law and civil procedure. - Ability to articulate the law and advocate on behalf of the agency. - Superior legal research and writing ability and time management discipline. - Prior experience as a supervisor or mentor.
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

, $93,596.00 – $107,635.00

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Government Administration

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