Temporary Employment Law Attorney

Job Title: Temporary Staff Attorney (Legal Process and Records Access Unit)

Location: New York, NY
Department: Employment Law Division
Job Type: Temporary Full-time

We are seeking a Temporary Staff Attorney to join the LPRAU team. The successful candidate will manage incoming requests for DSS/HRA/DHS records, including preparing policy statements and legal responses, and quashing subpoenas when records are not subject to release. Additional responsibilities include:

• Responding to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests under the New York State Public Officers Law .
• Handling client case requests in accordance with agency policies and procedures .
• Tracking incoming records requests and maintaining files in compliance with city and state records retention requirements .
• Retrieving requested records from various administrative and program areas.
• Assessing records for release eligibility under applicable federal, state, and local laws .
• Providing records that are subject to release to authorized requestors.
• Managing the intake, tracking, and proper routing of legal papers served on the agency.
• Assisting with the tracking and investigation of incoming provider sexual harassment complaints in accordance with Mayoral Order 64 .

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar .
• Proficiency in legal research, analysis, and document preparation .
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high volume of tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with public records laws , including FOIL .
• Experience in working with government agencies and employment-related matters preferred.

• 0-1 yr admitted $40/hr
• 1-3 yrs admitted $52/hr
• 3-7 yrs admitted $56/hr

• Contribute to meaningful legal work supporting the Citys public services .
• Gain valuable experience in records management, legal analysis, and employment law .
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys and professionals .

If you are a detail-oriented and proactive attorney interested in public service, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and bio of related experience to ...

We look forward to reviewing your application!

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.