Attorney

City of New York • New York City, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York City Law Department is seeking an Assistant Corporation Counsel for its General Litigation Division. The attorney will primarily oppose and resolve federal-court complaints seeking attorney’s fees arising from administrative proceedings under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and may assist with other aspects of the division’s practice.

The General Litigation Division represents New York City in federal and state court litigation, from routine matters to challenges involving important City programs. Its work spans areas including education, prison conditions, child welfare, freedom of information, public assistance benefits, campaign finance, and election law. Attorneys participate in all facets of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, court conferences, arguments, motion papers, and trials. The position offers opportunities to strengthen federal-court litigation skills, particularly in attorney’s-fee matters, and is suited to attorneys interested in meaningful public service and federal practice.

Following orientation, attorneys may choose between limited, irregular work-from-home days or a pilot program allowing remote work on two set days per week, subject to Division approval and staffing needs. Participants must maintain one designated remote-work location, and in-person obligations take precedence. The pilot is being tested across City agencies and is not yet permanent.

Requirements

• Graduate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Be admitted to the bars of, and in good standing in, the courts of New York State and the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.
• Possess federal court experience.
• Demonstrate litigation experience.
• Have exceptional organizational abilities.
• Have strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Have strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate excellent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Oppose and resolve federal-court complaints seeking attorney’s fees arising from administrative proceedings under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
• Assist with other aspects of the General Litigation Division’s practice.
• Participate in litigation activities including pleadings, discovery, court conferences, arguments, motion papers, and trials.

Benefits

• Flexible remote work option allowing limited, irregular work-from-home days after orientation.
• Citywide pilot remote work option allowing remote work on two set days per week after orientation, subject to approval and staffing needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level