City of New York · 1 month ago
Senior Counsel - Mediation Liaison
Manhattan, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expThe City of New York's Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) is dedicated to enforcing the city’s Human Rights Law. They are seeking a Senior Counsel to act as a liaison between the Law Enforcement Bureau and the Office of Mediation and Conflict Resolution, leading efforts to facilitate mediation and address discrimination cases.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary liaison between LEB and OMCR, ensuring timely referral, tracking, and follow up on mediation eligible cases
Review incoming pleadings for cases filed by private counsel to identify strong candidates for mediation and alternative dispute resolution through OMCR
Develop, coordinate and manage a new robust pro bono referral network of counsel for unrepresented parties to participate in mediation
Engage with parties, counsel, and LEB attorneys to assess case posture, interests, and suitability for mediation
Develop guidance, protocols, and best practices to strengthen LEB’s mediation referral framework
Support LEB attorneys and staff in investigations and complaints alleging violations of the NYCHRL
Maintain personal caseload of matters under investigation and prosecution
Monitor compliance with LEB policy and procedures including those relating to record keeping, filing requirements, and reporting obligations
Prepare and analyze statistics and reports related to the agency’s reporting requirements as well as guidance on compliance with NYCHRL
Collaborate with the Commission’s Community Relations Bureau to provide trainings and targeted community outreach and coordinated approaches to addressing systemic discrimination
Other responsibilities assigned by the Deputy Commissioner of LEB to support the effective and efficient operations of LEB
Qualification
Required
Admission to the New York State Bar
Four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar
Eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment
Preferred
At least four years of litigation experience in anti-discrimination law, affirmative litigation, or other civil rights-related areas
Proven ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously, track deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation
Familiarity and experience with mediation or other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
Experience conducting discovery, reviewing documents and taking deposition or trial testimony
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to details
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to navigate sensitive matters and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated experience working as part of a team, with the ability to collaborate effectively across units
Strong relationships with organizations and groups serving diverse communities in the City
Five years of experience working with some of the following people and communities: low-income tenants, recipients of public assistance, immigrants, people of color, people with limited English proficiency, people living with HIV/AIDS, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender people, people with disabilities, people with accommodations issues related to pregnancy, disability or religion, and people with criminal or arrest histories
Familiarity with the NYCHRL
Fluency in a language other than English, preferably one commonly spoken in New York City
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
City of New York
City of New York, often called as New York City, is the most populous city in United States.
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