Tort Vertical Case Management Lead

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York's Law Department seeks an Assistant Borough Chief in the Tort Division's Vertical Case Management Unit. You will oversee vertical case management teams, supervise attorneys and staff, review and assign work, and ensure timely deadlines and data entry.

The role emphasizes training, policy development, and coordination with senior court personnel and City agencies. Remote work options include Flexible Remote Work and Citywide Pilot Program.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Substantial legal experience with supervisory abilities.
• Knowledge of municipal tort law, the CPLR, evidentiary issues; trial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee vertical case management teams from inception to resolution.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate attorneys and support staff.
• Review, assign, and edit written work; ensure deadlines and appearances.
• Develop division policies; identify expert witnesses; liaise with court personnel and agencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical ability

Education

J.D. (ABA-accredited)

Job description

The City of New York's Law Department seeks an Assistant Borough Chief in the Tort Division's Vertical Case Management Unit. You will oversee vertical case management teams, supervise attorneys and staff, review and assign work, and ensure timely deadlines and data entry.

The role emphasizes training, policy development, and coordination with senior court personnel and City agencies. Remote work options include Flexible Remote Work and Citywide Pilot Program.