Executive Division Special Counsel - Protecting the Rights of New Yorkers
Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $3,400 location pay
Reference No. EXEC_NYC_SC/FED_3740
Introduction:
- Seeking highly motivated and experienced litigators for the Federal Initiatives team in the Executive Division
- Position is in the New York City office
- Will join and lead litigation teams protecting the rights of New Yorkers
- Focus on federal actions, laws, and regulations that impact immigrants’ rights, LGBTQ rights, workers’ rights, climate change, reproductive health, healthcare and public health, economic equity, racial equity, and discrimination
Qualifications:
- At least 7 years of post-graduate civil litigation experience in federal and New York state courts
- Experience handling constitutional litigation and actions under the Administrative Procedure Act
- Experience coordinating with broad-based litigation teams
- Excellent legal analysis, legal writing and editing, and oral advocacy skills
- Experience building and maintaining coalitions
Salary and Benefits:
- Salary range for this position is $81,159 - $173,265 + $3,400 in location pay
- Comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies
- Robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules
Job Responsibilities:
- Litigation
- Monitor legal and regulatory changes for their impact on New Yorkers
- Draft policy papers and recommendations
- Collaborate with community groups, other states, state agencies, local governments, nonprofits, and private attorneys
How to Apply:
- Applications must be submitted online
- Complete application must include: cover letter, resume, legal writing sample, and list of three references
- Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply
- Equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity
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