Law
Assistant Corporation Counsel
Pay Rate:
Pay Frequency:
$83,060 - $118,870
Annually
Attorneys in this role will provide legal counsel to city departments and boards, represent the City of Albany in legal proceedings, collaborate with city leaders and community stakeholders, provide training to city employees, negotiate and draft contracts, ensure the compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and attend public meetings. Candidates should expect to engage in a broad range of municipal legal work, including contract negotiations, litigation defense, legal advisory services, employee discipline matters, and enforcement actions as assigned by Corporation Counsel
Department:
Law
Job Type:
Location:
Full Time
Albany, NY
Residency Required Within 180 Days of Hire:
No
Requirements
*These are the minimum qualifications necessary by law to be considered for this position. If you do not have the needed experience or equivalent experience required for this role, kindly consider applying for another position with us.
Thorough knowledge of local and state laws and the established precedents and sources of legal reference involved;
Thorough knowledge of court procedures and rules of evidence;
Skill in preparing and trying cases;
Ability to organize, interpret and apply legal principles and knowledge to the particular circumstances;
Ability to meet and effectively deal with persons interested in legal matters under consideration;
Working knowledge of personal computers and office equipment;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from law school with an LL.B* or J.D.* degree. Preference may be given to a candidate with experience in the practice of civil law. Litigation and contract experience preferred.
Special Note: Education beyond the secondary level must be from an institution recognized or accredited by the Board of Regents of the New York State Education Department as a post-secondary, degree-granting institution.
Necessary Special Requirement: Possession of a license to practice law in the State of New York