FOIL-Civil Litigation Attorney
FOIL-Civil Litigation Attorney
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Bronx District Attorney is committed to serving the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community through the Offices groundbreaking mission of Pursuing Justice with Integrity by fulfilling our duty to victims and The Bronx District Attorney is committed to serving the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community through the Offices groundbreaking mission of Pursuing Justice with Integrity by fulfilling our duty to victims and providing fairness to defendants. We are looking for a diverse staff that reflects the community we serve.
We seek an attorney with 5 years of experience in civil litigation to join our General Counsel Division in the Civil Litigation Bureaus FOIL Unit as an Assistant District Attorney. Our Civil Litigation Bureau is a specialized group that handles all civil actions arising from our criminal cases. The Bureau has a varied and busy practice that addresses cuttingedge legal issues intersecting civil and criminal practice. The Bureau interacts with every division of the Office and affords its attorneys the opportunity to grow professionally while serving the community.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific duties will include but are not limited to the following:
- Timely response to all requests made pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law including acknowledgment of incoming requests; drafting of determination letters; review redaction and production of responsive documents; and handling of requests that are remanded following the administrative appeal process;
- Maintain updated knowledge of and apply valid legal grounds and exemptions in making determinations of incoming FOIL requests;
- Address complex legal issues clearly and effectively in oral and written format;
- Handle all Article 78 proceedings resulting from disputed FOIL requests including drafting necessary briefs and affirmations and representing the Office at oral argument if necessary;
- Oversee and review the work of professional staff who assist with the handling of FOIL requests;
- Handle a highvolume caseload efficiently and effectively and
- All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Juris Doctorate degree required.
- Minimum of five(5 years of civil litigation experience;
- US Citizenship and New York State Residency are required as of the first day of employment.
- Member in good standing of the NY State Bar evidenced by the provision of an original current certificate of good standing.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics;
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills;
- Exhibit an ability to maintain confidentiality of information;
- Ability to analytically solve issues or problems from inception through conclusion;
- Ability to excel in a fastpaced work environment and handle a high volume of cases;
- Ability to work nights holidays and weekends as needed.
To Apply
We appreciate your interest in a position with the Bronx District Attorneys Office. To apply please click below. Please include your cover letter resume and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references to your application. Upon your completion we will review your application and contact you if you are selected for an interview. If you have any questions or concerns dont hesitate to contact Legal Recruitment ator via email at
**LOAN FORGIVENESS: The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with Bronx District Attorneys Office qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working fulltime and meeting the programs other requirements. Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements: City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic including but not limited to an individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.
Employment Type
Full Time
