Attorney

Job Posting: Contract Attorney

Position: Contract Attorney

Job Type: Full-Time, Contract (Potential to convert to permanent position)
Work Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Initial 90 days in-office)

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney with 5-6 years of experience in civil or criminal litigation, particularly in administrative trials. The successful candidate will handle cases for a NYC government agency, focusing on labor and employment issues related to the disciplining of non-uniform staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent the organization in labor and employment matters
• Conduct administrative hearings and trials
• Handle grievances effectively and efficiently
• Conduct hearings and depositions as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with labor and employment law is advantageous but not required
• Strong background in administrative trials and hearings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar
• Minimum of 5-6 years of relevant litigation experience

Benefits:

• Potential for contract conversion to a permanent position in approximately 6 months
• Hybrid work model after initial 90-day in-office period
• Convenient location with free parking and public transportation options

Application Process:

Please submit your resume for review. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. We look forward to considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our legal team.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.