New York State Department of Taxation and Finance · 5 hours ago
Associate Attorney (Tax Enforcement)
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expNew York State Department of Taxation and Finance is responsible for tax enforcement and compliance. The Associate Attorney will provide legal advice to the Criminal Investigations Division staff, coordinate investigations of suspected criminal tax fraud, and assist with the prosecution of cases.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Coordinates all phases of the investigation and referral of suspected criminal tax fraud case to ensure a successful prosecution:
In cooperation with the audit and investigations staff, assists in determining case selection in addition to the planning of the overall audit and investigation strategy
Ensures that evidence gathered will be admissible in court
Ensures that taxpayers’ and witness’ constitutional rights are not violated
Renders advice on current or proposed investigation and audit techniques
Assists in the development of statewide projects to detect criminal tax fraud
Assists staff in developing strategies to obtain records and other information from taxpayers, corporations, or their legal representatives
Assists staff in developing strategies to obtain records from third parties
Gathers evidence for referral of cases to prosecutorial agencies
Assists in the drafting of accusatory instruments and search warrant applications
Prepares detailed case reports
Maintains contact with the New York State Attorney General’s office, local district attorneys, and the United States Attorney’s office, on cases slated for prosecution:
Supplies any additional information as needed
Prepares auditors and investigators to act as expert witnesses
Tracks the disposition of referred cases
Meets with prosecuting attorneys as necessary to assist with the prosecution of cases
When requested, become cross-designated as assistant district attorneys
Recommends changes in policies or procedures, or changes in tax fraud legislation, based on research, analysis, and evaluation of new federal and state legislation, and on court decisions
Provides legal assistance to staff of other Department programs regarding interrelated issues and activities related to tax fraud investigations or other CID programs
Works with Office of Counsel to assist in the provision of legal advice to non-CID employees located within the District Office
Performs other related duties as required
Adheres to the Department’s time and attendance rules
Qualification
Required
Admission to the New York State Bar
Three years of post-New York State Bar experience as an Attorney
One year of experience must have involved the defense or prosecution of crime
Company
New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
Our mission is to efficiently collect tax revenues in support of State services and programs while acting with integrity and fairness in the administration of the tax laws of New York State.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Lauren Grasso
Chief Risk Officer (CRO)
Valerie DeBerry
Chief Human Resources Officer
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