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New York State Unified Court System · 1 day ago

Assistant Counsel For Litigation

NYC Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$130K/yr - $169K/yr

5+ years exp

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking an Assistant Deputy Counsel (Litigation) in the Office of Court Administration. This role involves assisting with trial and appellate litigation, analyzing complex legal issues, and handling employee disciplinary matters among other responsibilities.

GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegal

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Responsibilities

Assisting with all trial and appellate litigation conducted by Counsel’s Office, including litigation in federal and state court and before federal and state agencies involving Unified Court System (UCS) policies, practices and personnel

Analyzing complex legal issues and questions presented by proposed administrative rules and legislation

Handling employee disciplinary matters, responses to subpoenas, freedom of information requests, and related matters

Hands-on litigation work including court and other hearing appearances

Serving as a liaison with the NYS Office of the Attorney General in litigation matters

Undertaking other work as assigned

Qualification

Litigation experienceNew York State Bar admissionWritten communication skillsOral communication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Admission to the New York State Bar

Five (5) years of legal experience

Substantial experience handling and overseeing litigation

Strong written and oral skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred

Substantial litigation experience (including court and administrative proceedings)

Company

New York State Unified Court System

New York State Unified Court System is a government administration that provides justice services.

Founded in 1691

New York, New York, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.nycourts.gov

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