The Commission on Judicial Conduct is responsible for investigating complaints against judges of the New York State unified court system and, where appropriate, determining to admonish, censure or remove from office judges found to have engaged in unethical behavior. Visit http://cjc.ny.gov.

Clerk of the Commission. The clerk provides integral advisory and substantive support to the 11-member Commission. Specifically, responsibilities include:

1. Advisory:
• provides background and insight concerning pending matters to Commissioners during meetings;
• drafts memos, e-mails and other documents to assist Commissioners in preparation for meetings; and
• drafts confidential bench memos and other supporting documents to assist Commissioners in preparing for hearings and decision-making.

2. Legal:
• conducts legal research on Commission matters;
• analyzes trial records, motions and stipulations; and
• drafts disciplinary decisions.

3. Administrative:
• supervises filing of decisions and records with the Court of Appeals;
• serves as the liaison between the Commission and referees, attorneys representing judges, and complainants;
• schedules oral arguments and other matters before the Commission;
• supervises an administrative assistant; and
• works with the agency’s staff in support of the work of the Commission.

The Clerk shall also perform additional duties as may be assigned by the Commission.
Qualifications. Candidates must be admitted to the New York State bar for at least 5 years and have a passion for and commitment to public service. Strong candidates will have demonstrated experience in handling sensitive matters with diplomacy and discretion; producing high-quality, well-researched and accurate work product under tight deadlines; and being a self-starter who leverages strong organizational skills to work independently. Appellate and litigation experience is a plus. Selected candidate must agree to background (including fingerprint) check.

Salary & Benefits. $100,000 to $140,000, depending on experience. (Commission intends to fill position at entry level of range.) Generous NYS government pension, health & benefits package.

Location. The Clerk may perform the role in the New York City, Albany or Rochester office of the Commission, and must attend Commission meetings in New York City.

Applications. Please submit your resume, writing sample and cover letter by December 1, 2018, to jobs@cjc.ny.gov. The subject line of your email MUST include the job code Clerk18. Do not physically mail your application. Selected candidates will be contacted directly by the Commission; no phone calls, please.

Established and well known matrimonial and family law firm, Goldberg & Cohn, LLP, in Downtown Brooklyn on Court Street, is seeking a NYS admitted attorney to join our team at this time.

Requirements include that you be admitted to practice in New York State, and have a core level of experience working in a family law firm and/or environment.

Practice includes matters before the Supreme Court and Family Court throughout the five counties, along with drafting of agreements pertaining to matrimonial and family law including separation, pre-nuptial, post nuptial and parenting; Meeting with and representing clients before NYC and NYS agencies;

Desired Duties include and are related to:

Judgment Rolls
Extensive motion practice including Orders To Show Cause
Court appearances
Four way conferences
Child Support and Visitation
Client Intake
Superior Writing Skills (both legal writing and correspondence)
High level of legal research and cite checking/blue booking
Provide essential support to senior attorneys
Document Production/Document Review
Ability to negotiate
Deposition preparation

Ideal candidate will be able to handle heavy Court calendar, balance every day workload and be able to multi-task. In addition, we seek someone who also works well in a team environment and is truly motivated to learn about the ins and outs of a diverse family law practice with a multitude of clients. Be able to hit the ground running and to adjust to changing priorities; and be a self-starter with developed analytical abilities.

Salary to be determined
Start date November 9, 2018

Replies can be via online methods or by email to m.liebman@goldbergandcohn.com (Attention: Marc Jay Liebman, with resume, cover letter and writing sample (both legal and correspondence

No agencies or recruiters please.
Individual applicants only

Division of State Counsel
Claims Bureau – New York City
Assistant Attorney General
Medical Malpractice Section Chief
Reference No. CLA/MMSC_AAG_NYC_3167

The Claims Bureau of the New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced medical malpractice trial attorney and manager to serve as the Medical Malpractice Section Chief in the New York City office. The Claims Bureau represents the State of New York and its agencies in the Court of Claims and its employees in State Supreme Court. The Medical Malpractice Section (the Section) primarily defends SUNY Hospitals in Stony Brook and Brooklyn. The Section also defends medical malpractice cases in the State Veterans’ Homes in Stony Brook and St. Albans, OMH and OPWDD facilities.
The Section currently consists of nine (9) line Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs), a Deputy Section Chief, the Section Chief and three (3) Medical Care Representatives. The Section Chief’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
• Supervision of all section members, including time and attendance monitoring;
• Attending court periodically monitor Section AAG oral arguments, trials and conferences;
• Conducting periodic case reviews with each Section line AAG;
• Attending Section AAG case presentations at SUNY Downstate and SUNY Stony Brook;
• Meeting periodically with line AAGs and the expert witnesses they have retained to discuss case evaluations;
• Responding to inquiries from the Court or a judge’s chambers;
• Responding to inquiries from agency counsel;
• Responding to inquiries from Division of State Counsel;
• Attending weekly Bureau Management Meetings and impromptu meetings called to discuss pressing issues;
• Training and mentoring newly hired AAGs;
• Reviewing and discussing with Section AAGs their Case Settlement Recommendations;
• Appropriately handling Motions for Leave to File Late Claims in the Court of Claims;
• Responding to Court-initiated Orders to Show Cause;
• Reviewing and assigning new cases;
• Personally handling a small medical malpractice caseload; and
• Preparing annual evaluations for each of the Section AAGs.
Applicants must have a minimum of ten (10) years of medical malpractice and trial experience. Experience in the following areas is preferred: litigation in the New York State Court of Claims, supervision of attorneys and support staff, and excellent organizational skills.
Attorneys in the Office must reside in (or intend to soon become a resident of) New York State and be admitted to practice law in New York State. In addition, the Public Officers Law requires that attorneys in the Office be citizens of the United States. A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.

How To Apply

Applications are being received online. To apply, please click this link: CLA/MMSC_AAG_NYC_3167; applicants will be taken to the online application page for this position.

 Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:

• Cover Letter (You may address to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment);
• Resume;
• Writing Sample; and
• List of three (3) references with contact information and email addresses.

Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.

 If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

Self-motivated Legal Assistant (Temporary  3-4 months) for a Partner at a fast-paced Landlord/Tenant and Real Estate Litigation law office in downtown Brooklyn.

The ideal candidate is a personable, honest, self starter who is able to work alone after instruction and is not afraid to ask questions, has the ability to effectively communicate with clients, attorneys, courts and co-workers. Candidate must be organized, able to multi-task, detail oriented and able to keep track of and meet deadlines in a timely manner. Duties include drafting correspondences, answering telephones, managing attorney’s calendar and following up on deadlines, filing, and copying, word processing. Must be able to work independently and follow directions given.  Knowledge of Word and Outlook required. Experience with Prolaw a plus. Landlord/Tenant and Real Estate experience a plus. Salary $15 per hour.  E-mail resume and cover letter to job@LTattorneys.com.