Role OverviewThe Housing Litigation Division (HLD) initiates litigation against property owners in Housing Court to ensure compliance with housing standards contained in the New York City Housing Maintenance Code and New York State Multiple Dwelling Law. HLD seeks orders to correct violations, civil penalties, access warrants, the appointment of 7-a Administrators, and is a statutory party in tenant-initiated proceedings.
What You Will Do
As an Agency Attorney L3, Managing Attorney, for the AHU under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner and/or Supervising Attorney in the AHU, the selected candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Why It Might Be a Fit
The selected candidate will have experience litigating complex cases involving housing maintenance issues and tenant harassment, and will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- Admission to the New York State Bar
- Three years of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar
- Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Other benefits not explicitly stated
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