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The New York City Comptroller’s Office works to promote the financial health, integrity, and effectiveness of New York City government in order to strengthen trust, secure a thriving future for all New Yorkers, and build a more just, equitable, and resilient city. Led by an independently elected citywide official, the Comptroller’s office provides the checks and balances needed to hold City government accountable for budgetary soundness, responsible investment, efficient operation, fair practice, and long‑term stewardship.
Duties
Evaluate, negotiate, and resolve personal injury, civil rights/police, labor and employment, and other tort claims against the City of New York and its agencies prior to commencement of litigation;
Approve, deny, or otherwise appropriately act on Law Department requests for settlement authority;
Prepare memoranda on pre‑litigation claims and pending litigation handled by the Law Department or outside counsel to independently evaluate liability, risk, and damages in order to request settlement authority approval beyond individually delegated authority;
Participate in settlement negotiations in state and federal courts, alternative dispute resolution forums, at the Law Department in out‑of‑court discussions, and in direct communication with counsel;
Attend 50‑hour hearings on high‑profile and media‑sensitive matters as necessary;
Assist Senior Attorneys and Directors on intergovernmental risk‑management initiatives involving highly confidential and/or media‑sensitive matters;
Perform other related assignments and special projects as may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.
One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086).
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
Additional Qualifications
To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.
Preferred Skills
Litigation experience, preferably defense work, in the areas of torts, medical malpractice, labor and employment, and/or civil rights litigation – at least 18 months of progressively responsible, complex, and significant experience that includes handling all aspects of tort litigation, including but not limited to taking depositions, motion practice, oral arguments, preparing and conducting trials, engaging in settlement negotiations and conferences, and/or adjusting personal injury claims – strong negotiation and mediation skills – exceptional analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills – excellent interpersonal and organization skills (including Microsoft Office Suite proficiency).
Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement New York City Residency is not required for this position.
Equal Opportunity Statement The 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 individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Litigation Attorney
role at
Office of the New York City Comptroller .
The New York City Comptroller’s Office works to promote the financial health, integrity, and effectiveness of New York City government in order to strengthen trust, secure a thriving future for all New Yorkers, and build a more just, equitable, and resilient city. Led by an independently elected citywide official, the Comptroller’s office provides the checks and balances needed to hold City government accountable for budgetary soundness, responsible investment, efficient operation, fair practice, and long‑term stewardship.
Duties
Evaluate, negotiate, and resolve personal injury, civil rights/police, labor and employment, and other tort claims against the City of New York and its agencies prior to commencement of litigation;
Approve, deny, or otherwise appropriately act on Law Department requests for settlement authority;
Prepare memoranda on pre‑litigation claims and pending litigation handled by the Law Department or outside counsel to independently evaluate liability, risk, and damages in order to request settlement authority approval beyond individually delegated authority;
Participate in settlement negotiations in state and federal courts, alternative dispute resolution forums, at the Law Department in out‑of‑court discussions, and in direct communication with counsel;
Attend 50‑hour hearings on high‑profile and media‑sensitive matters as necessary;
Assist Senior Attorneys and Directors on intergovernmental risk‑management initiatives involving highly confidential and/or media‑sensitive matters;
Perform other related assignments and special projects as may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.
One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086).
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
Additional Qualifications
To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.
Preferred Skills
Litigation experience, preferably defense work, in the areas of torts, medical malpractice, labor and employment, and/or civil rights litigation – at least 18 months of progressively responsible, complex, and significant experience that includes handling all aspects of tort litigation, including but not limited to taking depositions, motion practice, oral arguments, preparing and conducting trials, engaging in settlement negotiations and conferences, and/or adjusting personal injury claims – strong negotiation and mediation skills – exceptional analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills – excellent interpersonal and organization skills (including Microsoft Office Suite proficiency).
Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement New York City Residency is not required for this position.
Equal Opportunity Statement The 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 individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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