Civil Litigation Bureau / FOIL Unit: Assistant District Attorney

City of New York
New York, NY
Category Administration
Job Description
We seek an attorney with 3+ years of experience in civil litigation to join our General Counsel Division in the Civil Litigation Bureau's FOIL Unit as an Assistant District Attorney.

Requirements

  • Timely respond to all requests made pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law
  • Maintain updated knowledge of and apply valid legal grounds and exemptions in making determinations of incoming FOIL requests
  • Address complex legal issues clearly and effectively in oral and written format
  • Handle all Article 78 proceedings resulting from disputed FOIL requests
  • Oversee and review the work of professional staff who assist with the handling of FOIL requests
  • Handle a high-volume caseload efficiently and effectively

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
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