New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection ยท 1 day ago
Legal Staff Associate
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$47K/yr - $53K/yr
1+ years expThe New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is dedicated to enhancing the economic lives of New Yorkers and ensuring compliance with consumer protection laws. They are seeking a Legal Staff Associate to support the General Counsel Division by reviewing business records, conducting research, and assisting in compliance investigations.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Review and analyze business records, complaints, agency operational data, and other documentation
Conduct database, online, and published material research in connection with department investigations
Compile, maintain, and perform analysis of data for compliance, investigations, and agency requirements
Prepare written reports summarizing research and review of licensee records
Draft general correspondence and legal documents to respondents, consumers and others
Conduct interviews and testify at hearings
Respond to inquiries from businesses on compliance matters
Perform data entry, mail merges, copying, scanning, filing and other tasks to support attorney case work and other organizational efforts
Attend group project meetings and assist attorneys and/or supervisors in preparing and giving presentations for internal and external events
As directed, monitor and maintain database of specific incoming complaints and complaints results
Distribute complaints, as appropriate, to coordinating Attorney for drafting of summons
Participate in small and long-term projects relating to investigations, prosecutions, and complex litigation
Perform other tasks and assignments as directed
Qualification
Required
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of satisfactory clerical experience
Keyboard familiarity with the ability to type at a minimum of 100 key strokes (20 words) per minute
Preferred
Excellent verbal, written and professional interpersonal communication skills
Able to conduct database and online research of government and business records
Strong analytical and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail
Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to appropriately handle legal issues, highly sensitive documents, privileged and confidential information
Able to meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment and maintain the flexibility to shift priorities quickly, effectively and with accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Access, Word PowerPoint and SharePoint are pluses), Adobe Acrobat Professional software work with PDF documents and files and as well as with a variety of online resources
Knowledge and understanding of litigation terminology and processes with the ability to read and understand legal rules and regulations
At least one year of experience working with attorneys such as in a legal assistant, paralegal, project management, process improvement role preferred
Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection
The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase