Litigation Attorney

Our client, a prestigious government agency, is seeking Litigation Attorneys to join their team for a long-term contract position (with the possibility of becoming a permanent employee). 

All candidates must have at least one year of litigation experience and be barred and in good standing. (State of bar admission can be outside of NY.)

• Hourly Rate: $35 to $40
• Location: Elmhurst, Queens 

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate disciplinary matters for legal sufficiency.
• Prepare and review required documents and reciprocal discovery.
• Conduct interviews with potential witnesses.
• Review audio and video tape evidence and make comparative reviews.
• Represent the Department during informal settlement negotiations with opposing counsel.
• Conduct informal conferences concerning disciplinary cases.
• Recommend appropriate dispositions on disciplinary matters.
• Prepare memoranda detailing evidence and recommend negotiated settlement agreements.
• Prepare disciplinary matters for court hearings.
• Conduct formal hearings on disciplinary charges.
• Research legal issues for appellate argument as the Departments representative.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills:

• All candidates must have at least one year of litigation experience and be barred and in good standing. (State of bar admission can be outside of NY.)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

This job is presented to you by On Call Counsel, a division of the TemPositions Group of Companies. Enjoy exceptional compensation, benefits, and a wealth of opportunities in government and private entities. To learn more about employment opportunities, visit our website at www.oncallcounsel.com.

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, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.