Attorney

The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for our Privacy and Records Unit. Reporting to the Chief of Privacy and Records Officer, the attorney in this role will assist with the office’s compliance with the New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) and the New York City Identifying Information Law.

What You Will Do

Attorneys in the Unit are responsible for receiving, tracking, and interpreting requests for information made to the Law Department pursuant to FOIL; interacting with staff throughout the Department to locate, retrieve, and review documents that may be responsive to the requests; analyzing how much of the information must be disclosed to the requestor, and whether any may be withheld; and issuing determinations granting or denying requests to requesters.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position provides attorneys with opportunities to develop their compliance and advising skills. The role is particularly suited for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, particularly in advisement and compliance roles.

Requirements

• Graduates of an ABA approved law school
• Admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar
• At least one year of legal experience after law school graduation
• Excellent judgment
• Stellar organizational skills
• Strong research and legal analysis abilities
• Comfortable providing sound legal advice to senior level attorneys
• Experience with litigation and/or compliance with FOIL requests is preferred

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible remote work options