Office of the New York City Comptroller · 1 week ago
Litigation Attorney
Manhattan, NY
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThe Office of the New York City Comptroller works to promote the financial health and integrity of New York City government. The Litigation Attorney will evaluate, negotiate, and resolve various claims against the City, ensuring fair and just resolutions while managing legal risks and participating in settlement negotiations.
AssociationFinancial ServicesGovernmentProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Evaluate, negotiate, and resolve personal injury, civil rights/police, labor and employment, and other tort claims against the City of New York and its agencies prior to commencement of litigation
Approve, deny, or otherwise appropriately act on Law Department requests for settlement authority
Prepare memoranda on pre-litigation claims and pending litigation handled by the Law Department or outside counsel to independently evaluate liability, risk, and damages in order to request settlement authority approval beyond individually delegated authority
Participate in settlement negotiations in state and federal courts, alternative dispute resolution forums, at the Law Department in out-of-court discussions, and in direct communication with counsel
Attend 50-h hearings on high-profile and media-sensitive matters as necessary
Assist Senior Attorneys and Directors on intergovernmental risk management initiatives involving highly confidential and/or media-sensitive matters
Perform other related assignments and special projects as may be required
Qualification
Required
Admission to the New York State Bar
One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar
Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086)
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment
Preferred
Litigation experience, preferably defense work, in the areas of torts, medical malpractice, labor and employment, and/or civil rights litigation
At least 18 months of progressively responsible, complex, and significant experience that includes handling all aspects of tort litigation, including but not limited to taking depositions, motion practice, oral arguments, preparing and conducting trials, engaging in settlement negotiations and conferences, and/or adjusting personal injury claims
Strong negotiation and mediation skills
Exceptional analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and organization skills (including Microsoft Office Suite proficiency)
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
Office of the New York City Comptroller
The Office of the New York City Comptroller works to promote the financial health, integrity, and effectiveness of New York City government, in order to strengthen trust, secure a thriving future for all New Yorkers, and build a more just, equitable, and resilient city.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kerri Nagorski
Director of Procurement Policy and Partnerships
Richard Lundy
Chief Information Officer
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