Assistant Deputy Counsel (Litigation)

Duties Description

Generally, Assistant Deputy Counsel specialize in particular substantive areas of the
law which relate to the development and implementation of court policies and the administration of the UCS. They are responsible for assisting less experienced attorneys in Counsel's Office under the general direction of OCA Counsel and Deputy Counsel.

Assistant Deputy Counsel analyze complex legal issues and questions presented by proposed administrative rules, legislation, and litigation, advise judges and non-judicial personnel on the implications of procedures and programs, and perform other related
duties. As noted, the opening being filled is a litigation focused position.

ASSIGNMENT: This position is situated in the Office of Court Administration (OCA) Counsel’s Office. Duties include, but are not limited to:

(1) Assisting with all trial and appellate litigation conducted by Counsel’s Office, including litigation in federal and state court and before federal and state agencies involving Unified Court System (UCS) policies, practices and personnel.

(2) Handling employee disciplinary matters.

(3) Hands-on litigation work including court and other hearing appearances.

(4) Analyzing complex legal issues and questions presented by proposed administrative rules and legislation.

(5) Handling responses to subpoenas, freedom of information requests, and related matters.

(6) Serving as a liaison with the NYS Office of the Attorney General in litigation
matters.

(7) Undertaking other work as assigned.

Candidates should have substantial experience handling and overseeing litigation, strong written and oral skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.

BASE SALARY: $130,061* + $4,920 LOCATION PAY

*Note: Pursuant to the New York State Office of the State Comptroller Salary Manual for the Unified Court System, candidates from other branches of NYS government may be appointed at a salary above the $130,061 base salary, based on their current or former grade and length of prior NYS service if their current or former grade exceeds the starting salary for JG-31. Please note that this exception applies only to current and former New York State employees (i.e., not to those employed by New
York City, any other local subdivision of the state, or the federal government).

Minimum Qualifications

Admission to the New York State Bar and five (5) years of legal experience. Candidates with substantial litigation experience (including court and administrative proceedings) are encouraged to apply.

Salary : $134,981