CURRENT VACANCIES FOR ADMITTED ATTORNEYS
Available positions at the NYC Law Department for admitted attorneys can be found below. Attorneys who would like to be notified as positions become available at the Law Department may input their contact information on our listserv. The Law Department will retain email addresses for six months and will advise candidates of job postings during that time only. If you have questions about the following positions, you can contact you can contact us at: recruitment@law.nyc.gov. Please see below opportunities in the following divisions:
Administrative Law and Regulatory Litigation Division
Affirmative Litigation Division
Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division
Contracts and Real Estate Division
Ethics and Compliance Division
Labor and Employment Law Division
Special Federal Litigation Division
Tax and Bankruptcy Litigation Division
Workers’ Compensation Division
Administrative Law and Regulatory Litigation Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $87,550 – $175,100
The Law Department is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Administrative Law & Regulatory Litigation Division. The Administrative Law & Regulatory Litigation Division handles State and Federal court proceedings brought by and against the numerous City agencies that are responsible for administering and enforcing laws and regulations in the areas of public health, land use, licensing, use of the streets, transportation, public housing, building and fire codes, among others, so as to enhance the quality of life of its citizens and visitors. Some of these actions include challenges to the provisions of law themselves, while most dispute the application of a particular legal requirement in a specific context. Many cases raise constitutional claims, including First and Second Amendment challenges, challenges to various City regulations and orders on Due Process and Equal Protection grounds, among others; and many cases involve challenges that the regulations or policies at issue violate state or federal statutory provisions. The Division handles cases for over 20 different City agencies and the five City-run Pension Funds. The hired candidates will defend Article 78 proceedings and actions in state and federal courts, challenging enforcement against unlicensed cannabis establishments. In addition to our varied defensive practice, the Division brings some civil actions to obtain compliance with regulatory requirements and prosecutes code violators in New York Criminal Court to punish their non-compliance and ultimately bring about code compliance. The hired candidates will be responsible for independently handling a caseload comprised of these sorts of actions from beginning to end including preparing pleadings and affidavits after reviewing agency records and consulting with agency representatives, researching and writing memoranda of law, conducing necessary discovery, making court appearances to argue motions, and taking cases if appropriate to trial, as well as prosecuting violations and misdemeanors in Criminal Court.
All applicants must be admitted in the State of New York with at least two years of experience following graduation from an ABA approved law school. Applicants must have superior organizational, time-management, research and writing and oral advocacy skills. Applicants should have a demonstrated record of independently litigating matters in the courts. Prior regulatory or municipal law experience is preferred, but not required.
To apply, please upload your cover letter, resume, writing sample and a list of three references with contact information as one document under “resume.”
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 701324.
Affirmative Litigation Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL, Senior Counsel/Complex Litigation
Salary range:$132,870.00 – $182,310.00
The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys with a minimum of 10 years of litigation experience for the position of Senior Counsel in the Affirmative Litigation Division. The Division represents the City in an exceptionally interesting range of federal and state cases where the City appears as plaintiff to advance key policy interests, to protect the City fisc, and to represent the City in the array of claims that arise in its operations. Division attorneys handle matters involving inter-governmental disputes, municipal corruption, public health, products liability, insurance coverage, commercial disputes, tenant protection matters, civil enforcement of the Administrative Code, and property damage claims.
The attorney in this role should possess experience in and commitment to successfully leading a litigation team in handling challenging matters, as well as independently managing a caseload. Candidates should be creative problem-solvers who take the initiative as a plaintiff to move cases to resolution. The ideal candidate also will possess excellent interpersonal, writing, and oral advocacy skills with substantial experience advising clients, negotiating settlements, and litigating in state and federal courts. Experience as a plaintiff in litigation is preferred. Candidates must possess a commitment to public service; prior government experience is preferred.
To apply, please upload your cover letter, resume, writing sample and a list of three references with contact information as one document under “resume.”
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 710936.
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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LITIGATION ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $118,450-$182,310
The Affirmative Litigation Division of the New York City Law Department is accepting applications for an Intellectual Property litigator. The Intellectual Property litigator will handle both affirmative and defensive intellectual property litigation, particularly trademark litigation relating to the City’s marks and infringement of those marks. The attorney in this role also will advise City agencies, City Hall, and the City’s trademark licensing agent on matters related to copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property matters, supervise a trademark paralegal, and manage a trademark enforcement program. In addition, the attorney will work on other Affirmative Litigation commercial matters.
The Affirmative Litigation Division represents the City in a diverse and exceptionally interesting range of cases in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies where the City generally appears as plaintiff to advance key policy interests, to protect the City fisc, and to represent the City in the array of claims that arise in its operations.
Applicants must be graduates of an ABA approved law school, admitted and in good standing with the NYS bar, and be admitted, and in good standing with, or eligible for immediate admission to the federal bar. Applicants for the Intellectual Property litigator position should have extensive federal court experience and experience before the US Patent and Trademark Office and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, as well as general commercial litigation experience. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in this specialized area.
To apply, please upload your cover letter and resume as one document under “cover letter” and upload your writing sample and a list of the names and contact information for three professional references as one document under “resume”.
This position is open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 697921.
Appeals Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $87,550-$154,500
The Law Department is seeking applicants for an Assistant Corporation Counsel position in its Appeals Division. The Appeals Division handles appeals originating from nearly all of the Law Department’s litigating divisions and prepares amicus briefs in cases implicating the City’s interests. Our attorneys appear before federal and state appellate courts and are responsible for briefing and arguing appeals in an array of cases, from routine litigation arising out of the governance of a municipality with more than eight million residents to complex appeals involving cutting-edge legal questions and critical public policy issues. The breadth and depth of our docket affords our attorneys a unique perspective on how the City works and an opportunity to engage in top-notch appellate practice and contribute to legal developments impacting the City, while learning about City government and new areas of the law. Working independently and collaboratively with supervisors, trial attorneys, client agencies, and executive staff, you will brief and argue a significant number of appeals every year.
Because our mission is to provide outstanding appellate advocacy on behalf of the City, we are looking for exceptional candidates committed to public service and capable of tackling this challenging work. Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills are required. You must also have graduated from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar, or be in the process of being admitted.
Prior appellate experience from practice or through an appellate clerkship is preferred but not required.
To apply, please upload your cover letter and resume as one document under “cover letter” and upload your writing sample and a list of the names and contact information for three professional references as one document under “resume”.
This position is open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 688764.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $87,550–$175,100
The Law Department is seeking applicants for an Assistant Corporation Counsel position in its Appeals Division. The Appeals Division handles appeals originating from nearly all of the Law Department’s litigating divisions and prepares amicus briefs in cases implicating the City’s interests. Our attorneys appear before federal and state appellate courts and are responsible for briefing and arguing appeals in an array of cases. This will include cases raising administrative law and constitutional issues arising out of enforcement measures concerning illegal cannabis sales, but also a broader range of subject matters--from routine litigation arising out of the governance of a municipality with more than eight million residents to complex appeals involving cutting-edge legal questions and critical public policy issues. The breadth and depth of our docket affords our attorneys a unique perspective on how the City works and an opportunity to engage in top-notch appellate practice and contribute to legal developments impacting the City, while learning about City government and new areas of the law. Working independently and collaboratively with supervisors, trial attorneys, client agencies, and executive staff, you will brief and argue a significant number of appeals every year.
Because our mission is to provide outstanding appellate advocacy on behalf of the City, we are looking for exceptional candidates committed to public service and capable of tackling this challenging work. Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills are required. You must also have graduated from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar or be in the process of being admitted. Prior appellate experience from practice or through an appellate clerkship is preferred but not required.
Please upload your cover letter and resume as one document under “cover letter” and upload your writing sample and a list of the names and contact information for three professional references as one document under “resume”.
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 700784.
Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL, Full Time
Salary Range: $103,000.00 - $183,310.00
The Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division of the New York City Law Department seeks an experienced litigator to represent the City and related entities in disputes arising from their real estate dealings and property interests. The City and related entities develop significant real estate projects and lease millions of square feet of commercial real estate as landlord and tenant, and the City issues licenses to operate restaurants and other facilities on City property. In addition to defending our clients’ real estate related interests, including landlord-tenant disputes, quiet title and breach of contract actions, Division attorneys initiate affirmative cases, including RPAPL 881 proceedings, quiet title actions, encroachment and ejectment cases, and provide counseling to their clients. The attorney will also have the opportunity to handle the Division's contract cases, including delay damages and other claims under multimillion-dollar construction contracts with private companies to build or repair the City's infrastructure, contracts for critically needed goods and services, and procurement process disputes, as well as counseling City agencies regarding procurement issues, the contractual ADR process, and other matters. We litigate primarily in state court, handling disputes that often raise novel legal questions and analytical, investigative and strategic challenges.
Applicants must have a graduate of ABA accredited law schools and have at least three years of legal experience. Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York State. Candidates must possess strong legal writing and analytical skills, as well as excellent judgement and interpersonal skills.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 708913.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL, Part Time
Salary Range: $41.42 – $85.25
The Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division of the New York City Law Department seeks an experienced litigator for a part-time position (21 hours per week), to represent the City and related entities in disputes arising from their real estate dealings and property interests. The City and related entities develop significant real estate projects and lease millions of square feet of commercial real estate as landlord and tenant, and the City issues licenses to operate restaurants and other facilities on City property. In addition to defending our clients’ real estate related interests, including landlord-tenant disputes, quiet title and breach of contract actions, Division attorneys initiate affirmative cases, including RPAPL 881 proceedings, quiet title actions, encroachment and ejectment cases, and provide counseling to their clients. We litigate primarily in state court, handling disputes that often raise novel legal questions and analytical, investigative and strategic challenges.
Applicants must have a graduate of ABA accredited law schools and have at least three years of legal experience. Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York State. Candidates must possess strong legal writing and analytical skills, as well as excellent judgement and interpersonal skills.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 622389.
Contracts and Real Estate Division
Currently, there are no opportunities available in this division.
Economic Development Division
Currently, there are no opportunities available in this division.
E-Discovery Division
Currently, there are no opportunities available in this division.
Environmental Law Division
Currently, there are no opportunities available in this division.
Ethics and Compliance Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL - Special Counsel for Information Law
Salary Range: $84,975 – $175,100
The NYC Law Department is establishing a new position of Special Counsel for Information Law in our Ethics and Compliance Division. The attorney in this role will act as the agency’s Records Access Officer and be responsible for the Law Department’s compliance with the New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) and the New York City Identifying Information Law. The Special Counsel will: receive, track, and interpret requests for information made to the Law Department pursuant to FOIL; interact with staff throughout the Department to locate, retrieve, and review documents that may be responsive to the requests; analyze how much of the information must be disclosed to the requestor and whether any may be withheld; and issue determinations granting or denying requests to requesters. The Special Counsel will also assist the Law Department Records Appeals Officer with FOIL appeal determinations and advise the Department’s General Litigation Division on FOIL-related Article 78 defenses. They will also advise and train City clients on the FOIL law, practice, and relevant legal updates.
In addition, the Special Counsel will have the responsibilities of an “Agency Privacy Officer” (“APO”) under the Identifying Information Law. These include, among other things: overseeing day-to-day agency compliance by all divisions of the Department (advising staff on privacy issues, approving projects/contracts that involve collecting or disclosing identifying information); quarterly reporting to the City’s Chief Privacy Officer, drafting the agency’s biennial Agency Report on collections, disclosures, and retentions of identifying information, and investigating privacy incidents within the Department or by third-party contractors. The APO also serves as a member of the Citywide Privacy Protection Committee, organized and managed by the City’s Office of Information Privacy.
Applicants must be graduates of an ABA approved law school and admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar with at least one year of legal experience after law school. Experience with litigation and/or compliance with FOIL requests is preferred, but not required. Applicants should possess excellent judgment, stellar organizational skills, strong research and legal analysis abilities, and be comfortable providing sound legal advice to senior level attorneys.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 711649.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary Range: $87,550 – $175,100
The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys with at least one year of legal experience for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Ethics & Compliance Division. Attorneys with more than five years of legal experience after law school will be considered for a Senior Counsel position in the division.
The Ethics & Compliance Division has counseling and ligation adjacent roles and responsibilities. The Division’s counseling role involves advising City Hall, elected officials, and Law Department and other City agency officers and employees on a variety of topics, including legal ethics, conflicts, privileges, federal grants, Medicare compliance, and outside employment. Division attorneys also conduct internal and external trainings in these areas. The Division investigates and reports on whistleblower and employment disciplinary matters and serves as a liaison to the Conflicts of Interest Board on Chapter 68 inquiries. Division attorneys also represent City attorneys and Assistant District Attorneys before the attorney grievance committees. In addition, they review and provide guidance on sanctions and representation matters, including conducting representation interviews.
Applicants must be a graduate of an ABA accredited law school with at least one year of legal experience. Applicants with at least three years of legal experience after law school are preferred. Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York State.
This position is ideal for attorneys with strong legal analysis and writing skills that are interested in ethics, compliance, and legal advisory work with exposure to litigation-related matters.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 705893.
Executive Division
ASSISTANT EEO OFFICER
Salary: $118,450 – $154,500
The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for an Assistant EEO Officer position in the Executive Division. The individual in this role will report directly to the Chief Diversity and EEO Officer and/or designee. The individual in this role will report all DEI and Compliance activities and all EEO investigations and confidential matters to the Chief Diversity and EEO Officer and/or designee. The individual in this role will assist with reasonable accommodation request and various EEO and DEI trainings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Conduct regular internal and external EEO investigations and inquiries.
- Prepare Diversity & EEO Quarterly Reports, Memos and Monthly Reports.
- Assist with EEO related trainings for Law Department staff. This includes PowerPoint presentations and in-person trainings at various Law Department locations throughout the 5 boroughs, as needed.
- Assist with drafting emails and correspondence to notify staff of training requirements, to follow up on training completion.
- Update and monitor all EEO related databases to ensure all information is up-to-date and accurate.
- Work with EEO staff to ensure DEI/EEO information is up to date at every Law Department location throughout the 5 boroughs and properly displayed on Law monitors (bright-sign) at every location and the agency’s intranet page.
- Assist with monitoring all correspondence related to EEO trainings and notifications.
- Work closely with EEO staff to create, maintain and distribute Language Access, Domestic Violence, Sexual Harassment, Disability, Accessibility, and Wellness resources.
- Assist with Reasonable Accommodation requests.
- Assist with all EEO audits and Local Law compliance.
- Assist with creating, archiving, and organizing EEO files.
- Assist with updating the Citywide Equal Employment Database System (CEEDS) entries.
- Assist with supervising EEO staff, College Aides and/or Interns.
- Assist with preparing and submitting performance evaluations for EEO staff (as needed).
- Some of the physical activities performed and environmental conditions experienced include lifting and carrying boxes and files; climbing stairs; and possible travel to other agency offices throughout the City.
Candidates must be law school graduates who are admitted and good standing with the NYS Bar with at least 5 years of legal experience. Candidates also must possess:
- A commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion;
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills;
- Strong verbal and written communications skills necessary to explain complex and/or confidential information and communicate with all levels of management;
- Ability to interact discretely and effectively with employees, exercising keen use of discretion and confidentiality in all EEO matters;
- Demonstrated time management and organizational skills necessary to manage multiple projects, appropriately prioritize workload, plan for resources to meet deadlines and goals, and work independently in day-to-day functional needs;
- Ability to anticipate and identify problems and use sound judgment and fact-based analysis to develop effective and efficient solutions;
- Ability to effectively articulate the case for diversity and create commitment to change efforts.
The ideal candidate also will have: - Hands-on case management experience in an EEO, Labor Relations or disciplinary unit - Experience supporting compliance-related policies, projects, and initiatives - Experience creating and analyzing complex data and survey responses to translate metrics, research, and trends into strategy - Extensive knowledge of the New York City’s EEO Policy - Working knowledge of city, state, and federal employment discrimination laws and policies - Experience delivering trainings.
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 703526.
Family Court Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL - Interstate Child Support Unit
Salary Range: $97,850 – $175,100
The Family Court Division is currently seeking applications from admitted attorneys with a minimum of two years litigation experience for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Division’s Interstate Child Support Unit (ICSU) in its Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, and Queens offices. Attorneys assigned to the unit litigate child support cases in the New York State Family Court. Attorneys appear primarily before support magistrates and Family Court judges.
The attorney is responsible for the preparation and presentation of petitions to establish paternity and child support as well as appearing on and defending applications for modification of previously established orders. The attorney will also prepare and present enforcement matters, file and respond to motions, file objections and rebuttals, conduct discovery, including document production and inspection, prepare memorandum of law, interviews clients and witnesses, negotiate settlements and conduct hearings and trials. Attorneys assigned to the unit may be required to work on cases and other responsibilities in the evening and weekend hours.
Attorneys will participate in a citywide rotation of night and weekend court assignments in the juvenile delinquency unit. In addition, attorneys may be required to attend community events and meetings in the evening and weekend hours.
Applicants must be graduates of an ABA approved law school, admitted and in good standing with the NYS bar, and possess at least two years of relevant experience.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 683312.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL - Juvenile Delinquency Unit
Salary Range: $87,550 – $175,100
The New York City Law Department, Family Court Division is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel (ACC) in the Division’s Juvenile Delinquency Unit. The Juvenile Delinquency Unit Serves as the Presentment Agency in juvenile delinquency proceedings before the Family Court. Juvenile delinquency matters currently involve youth under 18 who have been arrested for conduct that would constitute a crime if they were adults. The goal of these proceedings is to address the needs and best interest of the youth and to ensure the safety of the community.
Attorneys in the Family Court Division’s Juvenile Delinquency Unit carry a caseload and are responsible for all aspects of the practice. This includes community outreach and engagement, case investigation, motion practice, conducting extensive discovery, and courtroom litigation including pre-trial hearings, trials and dispositional hearings. The ACC’s borough assignment will include cross-designation as a Special Assistant District Attorney where they will draft cases and appear in the Youth Part of the Supreme Court.
Attorneys will participate in a citywide rotation of night and weekend court assignments. In addition, attorneys may be required to attend community events and meetings in the evening and weekend hours.
Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York and have substantial experience in family court or criminal law, as well as litigation experience. Applicants must be able to work independently and have strong litigation, oral and written communication skills. Applicants must possess excellent judgment; exceptional organizational abilities; strong leadership skills; solid knowledge of criminal law, the Family Court Act and evidentiary issues; and strong interpersonal skills.
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 695271.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL - Advanced Litigation and Major Case Unit
Salary Range: $87,550 – $175,100
The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys with a minimum of four years litigation experience for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel (ACC) in the Family Court Division’s Advanced Litigation and Major Case Unit. Successful candidates will receive extensive training and develop an expertise in the investigation and prosecution of firearms cases. They will primarily handle cases involving the possession and/or use of firearms, but may also handle other types of felony cases. The ACC would work primarily in our Bronx, Brooklyn, or Manhattan offices, but may be required to appear in any of the Family Courts across all five boroughs of New York City.
The Juvenile Delinquency Unit Serves as the Presentment Agency in juvenile delinquency proceedings before the Family Court. Juvenile delinquency matters currently involve youth under 18 who have been arrested for conduct that would constitute a crime if they were adults. The goal of these proceedings is to address the needs and best interest of the youth and to ensure the safety of the community.
Attorneys in the Family Court Division’s Juvenile Delinquency Unit carry a caseload and are responsible for all aspects of the practice. This includes community outreach and engagement, case investigation, motion practice, conducting extensive discovery, and courtroom litigation including pre-trial hearings, trials and dispositional hearings. The ACC’s borough assignment will include cross-designation as a Special Assistant District Attorney where they will draft cases and appear in the Youth Part of the Supreme Court. The ACC will participate in a citywide rotation of night and weekend court assignments.
Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York and have substantial experience in family court or criminal law, as well as litigation experience. Applicants must be able to work independently and have strong litigation, oral and written communication skills. Applicants must possess excellent judgment; exceptional organizational abilities; strong leadership skills; solid knowledge of criminal law, the Family Court Act and evidentiary issues; and strong interpersonal skills.
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 694885.
General Litigation Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary Range: $87,550.00 – $175,100.00
The New York City Law Department's General Litigation Division seeks an experienced attorney to defend the City in complex federal court litigation challenging City policies and programs. The General Litigation Division handles cases that challenge important City programs in diverse areas including education, health care, public assistance benefits, prison conditions, foster care, freedom of information, campaign finance, and election law. Division attorneys appear in both State and federal court. Many of the division's cases are brought as class actions in federal court and raise complex and novel issues of statutory and constitutional construction. Division lawyers are responsible for their own caseloads and handle court conferences, oral arguments, discovery, the preparation of legal papers, and hearings.
Applicants must be graduates of an ABA approved law school, admitted and in good standing with the NYS bar, and be admitted or eligible for immediate admission to the SDNY and EDNY. Ideal applicants should demonstrate substantial litigation experience, exceptional organizational abilities, strong legal writing and analytical skills, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent judgment. Candidates must possess a commitment to public service and the Law Department values of excellence, dedication, diversity, integrity, justice, professional development, respect, supportive work environment, and teamwork.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 695079.
Labor and Employment Law Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary: $108,150 – $175,100
The Labor and Employment Law Division of the New York City Law Department is accepting applications from attorneys with a minimum of five years of litigation experience to defend the City in complex and challenging state and federal actions arising out of the City's role as an employer. Preference will be given to applicants with a background in labor and employment law, and particularly as developed within a civil litigation context. Division attorneys handle a variety of matters including First Amendment retaliation; gender, race, age and disability discrimination; civil service law issues; and wage and hour litigation.
Applicants must have at least 5 years of legal experience following graduation from an ABA accredited law school. Applicants also must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York and be admitted or eligible for immediate admission to the SDNY and EDNY.
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 705332.
Legal Counsel Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary Range: $84,975 – $175,100
The NYC Law Department is now accepting applications from admitted attorneys with at least one year of legal experience for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Legal Counsel Division. Attorneys with more than five years of legal experience after law school will be considered for a Senior Counsel position in the division. The Legal Counsel Division is a counseling unit that advises the Mayor, other elected officials, and City agencies on issues concerning virtually every area of municipal law. The Division provides the legal advice and crafts the legislative changes necessary to shape and implement policy initiatives. The Division is responsible for drafting State and local legislation proposed by the Mayor and City agencies, and for assisting in the drafting of administrative rules. On a daily basis, Division attorneys field questions from City Hall and City agencies on issues of overriding importance to the City as well as those regarding day-to-day administration. Division attorneys often represent the Law Department on interagency task forces considering policy initiatives and work closely with the Mayor's Offices of Intergovernmental Affairs to assist in the passage or defeat of legislation.
Applicants must be a graduate of an ABA accredited law school with at least one year of legal experience. Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York State. Preference will be given to applicants with legislative drafting experience, and strong legal analysis and writing skills.
Applicants with at least three years of legal experience after law school are preferred.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 638320.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $87,550–$175,100
The NYC Law Department is now accepting applications from admitted attorneys with at least one year of legal experience for the position of Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Legal Counsel Division. The Legal Counsel Division is a counseling unit that advises the Mayor, other elected officials, and City agencies on issues concerning virtually every area of municipal law. An applicant selected for the present opening should expect to work on significant areas of public interest, including development and enforcement of laws, regulations and policies relevant to the evolving legal environment governing the cannabis business. The selected applicant should also expect to work on other initiatives that may relate to such subjects as social services, criminal justice, taxation and education. The Division provides the legal advice and crafts the legislative changes necessary to shape and implement policy initiatives. The Division is responsible for drafting State and local legislation proposed by the Mayor and City agencies, and for assisting in the drafting of administrative rules. On a daily basis, Division attorneys field questions from City Hall and City agencies on issues of overriding importance to the City as well as those regarding day-to-day administration. Division attorneys often represent the Law Department on interagency task forces considering policy initiatives and work closely with the Mayor's Office of Intergovernmental Affairs to assist in the passage or defeat of legislation.
Applicants must be a graduate of an ABA accredited law school with at least one year of legal experience. Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York State. Preference will be given to applicants with legislative drafting experience, and strong legal analysis and writing skills. Applicants with at least three years of legal experience after law school are preferred.
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 702169.
Litigation Support Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL, Litigation Support Discovery Technology Attorney
Salary Range: $87,550.00 – $182,310.00
The NYC Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for the Agency-Based Discovery unit of the Litigation Support Division. The unit works collaboratively with certain major agency clients to help search and retrieve commonly requested records needed in the types of litigation which the Law Department has in high volume. In doing so, Agency-Based Discovery works with agency counsel, information technology, and operational staff to map the relevant procedures and information technology systems.
Under the management of the Director of Agency-Based Discovery, the attorney will learn how client agencies store and organize their records and the systems and procedures used to search and retrieve them. The attorney will also suggest ways to optimize those systems and procedures in support of the Law Department’s litigation needs as well as the client agency’s core mission. The attorney may also assist the Director in other litigation-related and/or search-and-retrieval electronic record projects, as well as in optimizing the unit’s own systems and procedures.
In connection with all the above, the attorney’s duties will include, but not be limited to:
- Becoming very well versed in the Law Department’s matter management system (including its use by agency clients) and document management system;
- Contacting Law Department client agencies with commonly requested records needed in the types of litigation which the Law Department has in high volume;
- Analyzing their relevant information technology systems and procedures;
- Suggesting potential improvements and helping implement same;
- Managing projects;
- Drafting budget requests and statements of work; and
- Writing for audiences of both attorneys and technologists.
Candidates must be law school graduates who are admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience as a lawyer and in project management, production of electronic records and system analysis, SharePoint, and Excel. Candidates should possess a robust interest in search engines and learning about the Law Department’s matter and document management systems and about the technology in place at other City agencies. Candidates should have strong skills in IT-legal communication, writing, analysis, and creative problem-solving.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 709323.
Mayor's Office
Salary range: $125,000–$175,000
The Office of the Chief Counsel to the Mayor and City Hall is City Hall’s legal team, serving as in-house counsel for the Mayor’s Office. Working alongside the Law Department and the General Counsel offices of City agencies, the Office provides legal guidance to the Mayor and City Hall leadership to help advance the administration’s policy priorities. The Office also provides guidance on compliance, ethics, freedom of information, legislation, and policy matters.
The Office of the Chief Counsel to the Mayor and City Hall is seeking a dynamic, public service-minded lawyer to work closely with senior policymakers. The Senior Counsel will report to the Chief of Staff to the Chief Counsel. Key tasks will include:
- Providing legal analysis and guidance to City Hall staff to advance mayoral initiatives;
- Handling a wide range of legal matters on behalf of the Mayor’s Office, including legislation, ethics matters, litigation strategy, investigations, and contract drafting;
- Analyzing potential conflicts and ethics questions for the Mayor’s Office, including gift and travel requests;
- Drafting and reviewing contracts, releases, licenses, and other agreements on behalf of the Mayor’s Office;
- Working with senior administration officials on various transparency projects, including lobbyist reporting and compliance with the Freedom of Information Law;
- Advising agencies that report to the Chief Counsel; and
- Coordinating with senior policymakers.
Minimum qualifications:
- At least six years of relevant legal experience, such as government, prosecutorial, and/or law firm experience;
- Excellent analytical ability and practical judgment;
- Ability to independently manage a large portfolio of work while balancing many simultaneous priorities in a fast-paced environment;
- Strong and concise communication skills;
- Commitment to public service;
- Demonstrated ability to be a team player in a dynamic and fast-paced environment;
- Dedication to client service and willingness to be responsive; and
- Admission to the New York State Bar.
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 702324.
Municipal Finance Division
DIVISION CHIEF
Salary range: $221,450
The New York City Law Department is seeking applications for the Chief of its Municipal Finance Division. The division provides in-house counsel to the City and related entities on bond transactions. New York City, one of the largest municipal bonds issuers in the country, issues billions of dollars of debt through general obligation bonds and through the bonds of authorities and local development corporations. The proceeds fund capital projects in a variety of areas, including education, transportation, economic development and environmental protection. The Division also performs corporate governance work for the City’s debt issuing authorities and local development corporations and provides legal guidance for certain City-facilitated loan programs. The Chief counsels senior New York City policymakers with respect to legal questions of first impression and novel financing structures and supervises the work of division attorneys and support professionals.
Applicants must have at least 10 years of legal experience following graduation from an ABA accredited law school.
The following experience, knowledge, abilities and skills are highly preferred. Experience in supervising other attorneys and professional staff. Experience in managing public or corporate finance transactions, and related economic development City debt programs. Thorough knowledge of federal securities and familiarity with applicable federal income taxes. Experience and knowledge in corporate governance of City debt issuing authorities and local development corporations. Knowledge of disclosure and filing requirements related to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and familiarity with complex debt instruments such as bonds, loans and public offering documents. Attendance at all local development corporations’ board meetings as needed, counseling the board members on all corporate governance and disclosure matters related to federal, state and local regulatory compliance. Experience in administering complex closings. Experience managing loan programs.
The deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 701964.
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $97,850.00/$97,850.00-$118,450.00
The New York City Law Department is seeking an attorney with two to five years of experience to serve as an in-house counsel to the City and related entities that issue municipal bonds and facilitate loans with respect to corporate governance, litigation audits, federal disclosure issues and documentation for municipal bonds and other complex debt instruments. New York City, one of the largest municipal bonds issuers in the country, issues billions of dollars of debt through general obligation bonds and the bonds of City-related authorities and local development corporations. The bond proceeds fund City capital projects in a variety of areas, including education, transportation, economic development, and environmental protection. The Division also performs legal work related to the corporate governance activities of said authorities and local development corporations and the New York City Water Board, produces litigation letters and generally assists with procedures related to their annual financial audits and is responsible for compliance with federal regulations that require the public disclosure of financial information material to investors.
The Municipal Finance attorney responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Assisting the City and related entities in complying with federal continuing disclosure requirements and practices over the life of each bond issue with respect to the City and its related issuers to ensure consistency with municipal market and regulatory expectations. Attending all local development corporations board meetings, counseling the board members on all corporate governance and disclosure matters related to federal, state and local regulatory compliance. Coordinating with City agencies, including State and City Comptroller in providing certain due diligence, such as reporting on financial information in accordance with the SEC and other federal, state and/or local finance laws. Working closely with City agencies to help the City and its related issuers develop post-issuance compliance policies and procedures in accordance with securities laws. Tracking, reviewing, researching, analyzing and filing all ratings of City bonds, underwriters and other City related bond issuers through the Electronic Municipal Market Access (EMMA) portal. Conducting due diligence regarding material compliance with the City and its related issuers offering documents to determine whether voluntary disclosure updates are necessary. Assisting the City and its related issuers in review and analysis of, and preparation of comments on proposed laws, regulations and rules relating to the City’s financings, including but not limited to MSRB and SEC amendments. Preparing and reviewing documents related to the issuance of debt instruments including public offering documents. Assisting Division attorneys in the management and oversight of certain City facilitated loan programs. Duties will also involve producing transaction documents under strict deadlines and working with senior New York City policymakers.
Applicants must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York with a minimum of two years relevant legal experience, subsequent to bar admission. In addition, applicants should demonstrate experience working with large transaction teams. Preferable experience includes working on corporate governance activities required by the local, state, or federal regulatory compliance, preparing due diligence, such as litigation letters for financial audits, a working knowledge of disclosure and filing requirements related to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and familiarity with complex debt instruments such as bonds, loans, and public offering documents.
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 699346.
Risk Management Division
Currently, there are no opportunities available in this division.
Special Federal Litigation Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary Range: $87,550- $175,100
The New York City Law Department Special Federal Litigation Division is seeking an attorney to serve as an Assistant Corporation Counsel in one of the following positions:
General ACC
The Assistant Corporation Counsel would defend the City and its officials in civil rights cases brought in federal court in which police, district attorney or correction officer misconduct is alleged by those who believe their constitutional rights were violated in the course of an arrest and subsequent prosecution, or on account of events in City jails. As part of their duties, the Assistant Corporation Counsel can expect to defend the City and members of law enforcement in cases brought by litigants who have had convictions reversed, those challenging the constitutionality of police actions during the 2020 Spring/Summer demonstrations and Covid-19 curfew enforcement, as well as class actions on various constitutional claims.
The hired attorney for these positions will handle a caseload from inception through resolution whether by motion practice, settlement, or trial. Attorneys conduct initial investigations to determine if representation is appropriate, answer the complaint, appear at court conferences, engage in extensive discovery (paper and electronic), take and defend depositions, draft dispositive motions, conduct settlement negotiations, and, when appropriate, take cases to trial in federal court.
Federal Monitorship ACC
The Assistant Corporation Counsel would be a part of a team that provides legal counsel to NYPD in connection with the continued development, implementation, and compliance with City’s relationship with a federal Monitor appointed by the Court to oversee policing reforms by NYPD. The successful candidate will, with other members of the team, work on: motion practice; assist in drafting and revising NYPD policies related to the monitorship; review and prepare documents, audio files, and video footage for disclosure to and/or inspection by class counsel; attend high level internal NYPD meetings as well as meetings with the Monitor and class counsel, and attend in-person training at various NYPD facilities. Attendance at training, as well as inquiries from the monitor and other interested parties, and court deadlines may take place outside of regular working hours. This position is a unique opportunity to work on police reform and monitorship issues.
Applicants must have a minimum of two years of litigation experience following graduation from an ABA accredited law school, preferably in federal practice, municipal liability, constitutional, or personal injury law. Applicants must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York and be admitted or eligible for immediate admission to the SDNY and EDNY. Applicants must have demonstrated strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 697569.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $87,550–$175,100
The New York City Law Department’s Special Federal Litigation Division is seeking attorneys to serve as Assistant Corporation Counsels. The Assistant Corporation Counsel would defend the City and its officials in civil rights cases brought in federal court in which police, district attorney, or correction officer misconduct is alleged by those who believe their constitutional rights were violated in the course of an arrest and subsequent prosecution, or on account of events in City jails. As part of their duties, the Assistant Corporation Counsel can expect to defend the City and members of law enforcement in cases brought by litigants who have had convictions reversed, those challenging the constitutionality of police actions during demonstrations and the enforcement of cannabis laws, as well as class actions on various constitutional claims.
The hired attorney for these positions will handle a caseload from inception through resolution whether by motion practice, settlement, or trial. Attorneys conduct initial investigations to determine if representation is appropriate, answer the complaint, appear at court conferences, engage in extensive discovery (paper and electronic), take and defend depositions, draft dispositive motions, conduct settlement negotiations, and, when appropriate, take cases to trial in federal court.
Applicants must have a minimum of two years of litigation experience following graduation from an ABA accredited law school, preferably in federal practice, municipal liability, constitutional, or personal injury law. Applicants must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York and be admitted or eligible for immediate admission to the SDNY and EDNY. Applicants must have demonstrated strong legal writing and oral advocacy skills.
To apply, please upload your cover letter, resume, writing sample and a list of three references with contact information as one document under “resume.”
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 700822.
Tax and Bankruptcy Litigation Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $87,550–$175,100
The New York City Law Department’s Tax and Bankruptcy Litigation Division is seeking applications from admitted attorneys three to five years out of law school. The Division represents the City in real property tax assessment challenges, commercial tax challenges, eminent domain matters and bankruptcy proceedings. The division also has a robust appellate practice. In addition, the division handles New York City real property transactions and counsels City agencies on tax, bankruptcy, and real estate matters. The breadth of our practice affords our attorneys unique challenges in a collaborative and supportive environment.
The ideal candidate should possess litigation experience, as well as organizational abilities and strong writing and analytical skills. Admission to the New York State bar is required.
To apply, please upload your cover letter, resume, writing sample and a list of three references with contact information as one document under “resume.”
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 711650.
Tort Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary Range: $97,850-$175,100
The NYC Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for the Tort Division to handle sensitive personal injury matters from inception to resolution.
Responsibilities include: conducting statutory hearings and depositions; drafting pleadings, affirmative and responsive motions, and discovery responses; requesting document discovery; conducting preliminary conferences, compliance conferences, settlement and TAP conferences, and argument on motions; participating in the Tort Division's trial rotation program and second-chair opportunities, which includes the investigation and preparation of all aspects of trials, completing factual and legal research, securing relevant evidence, developing trial strategies, interviewing and preparing witnesses, drafting motions, jury charges, trial and post-trial motions and memoranda, and negotiating settlements.
Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York State. Applicants should have substantial legal experience; demonstrated exceptional organizational and supervisory abilities; strong legal analytical skills; solid knowledge of municipal tort law, the CPLR, and evidentiary issues; solid knowledge of and experience in personal-injury-case evaluation and valuation of injuries; strong interpersonal skills; and excellent judgment. Trial experience is a plus, but not a prerequisite.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the following link to apply to Job ID 704993.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL, Tort Vertical
Salary: $87,550.00 - $175,100.00
The Tort Division of the NYC Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for Assistant Corporation Counsel in the Vertical Units of the Tort Division.
Tort Division attorneys defend the City of New York in personal injury and property damage cases primarily in State Court. Attorneys in the Vertical Units are assigned Tort cases to handle from inception through resolution. Vertical Unit attorneys engage in discovery, take and defend depositions, write and argue motions, and engage in settlement negotiations. When a case that a Vertical Unit attorney is assigned to goes to trial, the attorney will serve as a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd chair on that trial, as appropriate for their level of experience.
Applicants must be graduates of an ABA approved law school, admitted and in good standing with the NYS bar, and have at least one year of civil litigation experience. The ideal applicant will have significant civil litigation experience, trial experience, or settlement experience.
Candidates must also possess a commitment to public service and the Law Department values of excellence, dedication, diversity, integrity, justice, professional development, respect, supportive work environment, and teamwork.
This position will remain posted until filled.
Please click the following link to apply to Job ID 644623.
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ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $87,550–$175,100
The NYC Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for the Tort Division to handle cases involving alleged property damage as well as sensitive personal injury matters, including those arising out of interactions relating to cannabis enforcement with police and other administrative enforcement personnel, from inception to resolution.
Responsibilities include: conducting statutory hearings and depositions; drafting pleadings, affirmative and responsive motions, and discovery responses; requesting document discovery; conducting preliminary conferences, compliance conferences, settlement and TAP conferences, and argument on motions; participating in the Tort Division's trial rotation program and second-chair opportunities, which includes the investigation and preparation of all aspects of trials, completing factual and legal research, securing relevant evidence, developing trial strategies, interviewing and preparing witnesses, drafting motions, jury charges, trial and post-trial motions and memoranda, and negotiating settlements.
Applicants must be admitted and in good standing in New York State. Applicants should have substantial legal experience; demonstrated exceptional organizational and supervisory abilities; strong legal analytical skills; solid knowledge of municipal tort law, the CPLR, and evidentiary issues; solid knowledge of and experience in personal-injury-case evaluation and valuation of injuries; strong interpersonal skills; and excellent judgment. Trial experience is a plus, but not a prerequisite.
To apply, please upload your cover letter, resume, writing sample and a list of three references with contact information as one document under “resume.”
The position will remain open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 700739.
Workers' Compensation Division
ASSISTANT CORPORATION COUNSEL
Salary range: $84,975-$113,300
The New York City Law Department is accepting applications for an attorney position in our Workers’ Compensation Division. The division represents the City of New York and related entities at administrative hearings before the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board. Division attorneys manage and litigate matters involving City employees whose claims for benefits are pending before the Workers’ Compensation Board. They appear at hearings and trials before administrative law judges on a daily basis. They conduct investigations and legal research in preparation for hearings and evaluate the merits of claims. They regularly cross-examine fact witnesses as well as all types of medical experts. Cases involve a wide variety of medical conditions, from de minimus to life threatening. Legal issues cover a broad spectrum, including compensability and coverage under the Workers’ Compensation Law, timely claim filing, questions of causation, medical disability, need for treatment and entitlement to wage replacement. Attorneys research and write appeals to the Commissioners of the Workers’ Compensation Board and the Appellate Division.
Applicants must be a graduate of an ABA accredited law school. Applicants must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York or have passed the New York Bar and be in the process of becoming admitted. The successful candidate will possess excellent oral and written advocacy skills, the ability to manage a large case load, and the ability to think and respond quickly.
This position is open until filled.
Please click the link to apply to Job ID 688618.
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.