Part-Time Program Administrator—NYCLA Attorney-Client Fee Dispute Resolution Program

Note that this is an administrative position and not a legal role.

Oversee the day-to-day operations of New York County Lawyers Association’s Part 137 Attorney-Client Fee Dispute Resolution Program. Core responsibilities will include:

·      Processing new case filings

·      Coordinating the virtual hearing process via Zoom for pending matters.

·      Answering inquiries about the fee dispute process.

·      Scheduling arbitration hearings and mediation sessions.

·      Serve as main contact between NYCLA’s program, members of the public, and the program’s mediators and arbitrators.

·      Coordinate with program administrators of other jurisdictions for case transfers.

·      Maintain the program neutral roster internally and through OCA’s mandatory case management system.

·      Maintain the NYCLA specific case management system and ensure proper data retention in accordance with NYCLA policy.

·      Issuing award letters.

In addition, the Fee Dispute Program Administrator:

·      Serves as a liaison between NYCLA and the OCA Part 137 Board of Governors and Counsel’s Office, as appropriate.

·      Updates training materials in collaboration with program faculty, when NYCLA is preparing to host a Part 137 training on behalf of OCA; serve as program faculty when appropriate.

·      Periodically review NYCLA’s program materials for necessary updates.

·      Periodically assess NYCLA’s case processing for improvements.

·      Prepare informational materials for members of the public and arbitrators/mediators, to help them better understand the process.

·      Participate in ADR panels regarding the Part 137 Program, serving as an ambassador for NYCLA.

·      Collaborate with NYCLA employees as needed to administer the Fee Dispute Program.

Time Commitment: 28 hours per week; hybrid work schedule; two days required in-office.

Salary: $25.00/hour

Required Documents/Information for Application:

·      Cover letter addressing your experience related to the position responsibilities and the required qualifications

·      Current resume

Required Qualifications:

·      At least 2 years of relevant professional experience demonstrating excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, effective multi-tasking and problem-solving abilities, and strong time management skills.

·      Strong personal work ethic and ability to adapt.

·      Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.

·      Collegial personality and ability to work cooperatively with a diverse team of professionals.

·      Self-motivated, works well under pressure, and ability to handle several projects at one time.

To Apply:

The New York County Lawyers Association is reducing its carbon footprint and therefore paper applications are not accepted. Please submit the requested documents/ information via email to jobs@nycla.org by August 27, 2026. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

• The New York County Lawyers Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer – all individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability or age.