DOT seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented attorney with extensive litigation experience to assist with a mix of litigation-related assignments involving major DOT initiatives and programs. The candidate should have significant direct experience with federal litigation, Article 78 proceedings, risk management, government or civil related investigations, and class action cases. The attorney will be the liaison and work closely with the New York City Corporation Counsel’s Office to develop theories of defense, assist with identifying appropriate documents and witnesses, and help review and/or draft affidavits and motions. The attorney will also assist the Deputy Counsel for Litigation Services with managing discovery matters relating to tort litigation. The attorney will also assist with gathering and reviewing responsive documents to the many nonstandard, complex FOIL requests the agency receives each year as well as any subpoenas received by the agency. The attorney, at times, will directly represent the agency in limited types of cases, such as certain small claims cases or FOIL-related Article 78 proceedings. The successful candidate will have an ability to handle a high volume caseload and function under tight time constraints imposed internally or by the Courts. Strong communication skills, both oral and written are required, as well as the ability to prioritize projects.

1. Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.
2. One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
3. 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.
In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements:
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.

Preference given to candidates possessing at least seven years of litigation experience, concentrating in torts and administrative law. Experience with federal litigation, Article 78 proceedings, risk management, government or civil related investigations, and class action cases strongly desired.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.