New York State Unified Court System · 6 days ago
Deputy Attorney - Mental Hygiene Legal Service
Nassau County, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$137K/yr - $142K/yr
1+ years expThe New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Deputy Chief Attorney in the Mental Hygiene Legal Service. The role involves assisting the agency Director in managing day-to-day operations and overseeing various legal and administrative responsibilities.
GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegal
Responsibilities
Formulating and implementing administrative and substantive policy
Selecting, training, developing, supervising and evaluating staff
Assigning cases, research and legal work to attorneys
Providing ongoing guidance and instruction
Reviewing completed work
Organizing major investigations
Overseeing the preparation and final presentation of cases before administrative tribunals and trial courts
Supervising the analysis of complex legal issues and the preparation of confidential legal memoranda, court papers and briefs
Drafting correspondence related to case inquiries
Negotiating with doctors, hospital administrators, and the NYS Office of Mental Health and NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities on behalf of agency clients
Resolving issues related to the physical office space occupied by staff
Qualification
Required
Admission to the New York State Bar
One year of service in the Principal Attorney title
Equivalent legal experience
Excellent supervisory skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive matters in a confidential manner
A valid driver license
A car
Company
New York State Unified Court System
New York State Unified Court System is a government administration that provides justice services.
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