Assistant Corporation Counsel, Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division

City of New York • New York City, NY

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for Assistant Corporation Counsel in our Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division. The Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division’s cases include novel and complex contractual, statutory, and constitutional issues, and some cases seek tens of millions of dollars in damages or challenge critical government decisions. The attorney in this role will represent the City and related entities in commercial litigation and real estate matters, including delay damages and other claims under multimillion-dollar construction contracts with private companies to build or repair the City's infrastructure, contracts for critically needed goods and services, and procurement process disputes. The position will also involve counseling City agencies regarding procurement issues, the contractual ADR process, and other matters. The Division litigates principally in state courts and before administrative tribunals, such as the Contract Dispute Resolution Board, though federal court experience is a plus. This position provides attorneys with opportunities to develop their litigation and counseling skills. The role is particularly suited for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, particularly in litigation concerning commercial litigation matters.

Requirements

• Admitted attorneys
• Graduates of ABA accredited law schools
• At least three years of legal experience
• Admitted and in good standing in New York State
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Excellent judgment and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Federal court experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City and related entities in commercial litigation and real estate matters.
• Handle claims under multimillion-dollar construction contracts with private companies to build or repair the City's infrastructure.
• Manage contracts for critically needed goods and services.
• Address procurement process disputes.
• Counsel City agencies regarding procurement issues.
• Advise on the contractual ADR process.
• Litigate principally in state courts and before administrative tribunals, such as the Contract Dispute Resolution Board.

Benefits

• Flexible Remote Work: Allows limited, irregular work from home days.
• Citywide Pilot Program: Allows attorneys to work remotely on two set days per week, subject to Division approval and staffing needs.
• Inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.
• Work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

What This Job Offers

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