Managing Attorney for the Housing Litigation Division (HLD)
About The Position
The Managing Attorney serves as a Senior Staff Attorney for the Housing Litigation Division’s Bronx borough unit. Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner and/or Supervising Attorney, this role litigates complex housing cases and assists with managing the unit. The Housing Litigation Division initiates Housing Court litigation against building owners to secure compliance with the New York City Housing Maintenance Code and New York State Multiple Dwelling Law. Its work includes seeking orders to correct violations, civil penalties, access warrants, and 7A Administrators, and appearing in tenant-initiated proceedings.
Requirements
- Admission to the New York State Bar.
- Three years of satisfactory United States legal experience after admission to any state bar.
- Remain a Member of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience litigating complex cases involving housing maintenance issues.
- Experience litigating tenant harassment issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with PC software such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- Knowledge of HPD internal databases, including the HLD Litigation Management System (LMS) and HPDINFO.
Responsibilities
- Litigate complex cases as a Senior Staff Attorney and assist the Supervising Attorney in managing the Bronx Unit.
- Assist with supervising legal staff who litigate complex cases or handle matters with significant financial, procedural, or policy consequences.
- Conduct difficult and involved negotiations on behalf of the agency.
- Review, revise, and approve agreements prepared by other attorneys.
- Conference disputes between landlords and tenants regarding housing code violations.
- Prepare and review complex briefs, motions, legal opinions, affidavits, memoranda, and other legal papers related to housing code violations.
- Review and assess cases on their merits and prepare memoranda with recommendations.
- Conduct legal research and prepare cases for trial; argue cases before courts or quasi-judicial bodies.
- Conduct legal investigations and informal hearings, and interview witnesses.
- Advise on legal aspects of enforcing and administering acts, rules, laws, and regulations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
