Attorney

THE APPELLATE DIVISION, 3RD DEPARTMENT, MENTAL HYGIENE LEGAL SERVICE IS RECRUITING FOR ONE (1) POSITION IN THE ATTORNEY SERIES. THE POSITION WILL BE FILLED IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TITLES AND WILL BE DEPENDENT ON THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE APPLICANT SELECTED.

POSITION TITLE: ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY JG: 28

BASE SALARY: $107,629

QUALIFICATIONS: Admission to the New York State Bar and two (2) years of service in the Senior Attorney title; or equivalent legal experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Associate Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity and research legal questions and issues, organize complex investigations, prepare and present complex cases before administrative tribunals and trial and appellate courts, and perform other related duties. Associate Attorneys provide legal research and advocacy services in the Mental Hygiene Legal Services, attorney disciplinary committees, 18B panel administration, or other such units. They may also oversee a departmental law guardian program.

POSITION TITLE: SENIOR ATTORNEY JG: 26
BASE SALARY: $96,594

QUALIFICATIONS: Admission to the New York State Bar

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Under direct supervision, Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity and research legal questions and issues, prepare cases for administrative proceedings and litigation in the courts, and perform other related duties. Attorneys provide legal research and advocacy services in the Mental Hygiene Legal Services, attorney disciplinary committees, 18B panel administration, or other such units.

POSITION TITLE: ATTORNEY JG: 23

BASE SALARY: $82,198

QUALIFICATIONS: Admission to the New York State Bar
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Under direct supervision, Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity and research legal questions and issues, prepare cases for administrative proceedings and litigation in the courts, and perform other related duties. Attorneys provide legal research and advocacy services in the Mental Hygiene Legal Services, attorney disciplinary committees, 18B panel administration, or other such units.

POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT ATTORNEY JG: 21

BASE SALARY: $73,897

QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to New York State Bar within 18 months of appointment.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Under direct supervision, Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity and research legal questions and issues, prepare cases for administrative proceedings and litigation in the courts, and perform other related duties. Attorneys provide legal research and advocacy services in the Mental Hygiene Legal Services, attorney disciplinary committees, 18B panel administration, or other such units.

ASSIGNMENT: This position will be assigned to the Ogdensburg Regional Office of the Third Department's Mental Hygiene Legal Service. MHLS attorneys provide legal and advocacy services to people residing in, or alleged to be in need of care and treatment in facilities licensed or operated by the Office of Mental Health or Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. MHLS attorneys routinely appear in judicial and administrative proceedings pertaining to civil commitment and the care and treatment of individuals in facilities under Articles 9, 10 and 15 of the Mental Hygiene Law. They represent individuals in other legal proceedings such as assisted outpatient treatment and guardianship. This position involves frequent fieldwork including client meetings at psychiatric hospitals, other licensed facilities and in the community. Trial experience is preferred. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form noting announcement number 53506 by February 19, 2025 (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at http://www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf ) and a cover letter, resume and references by email to AD3-Employment@nycourts.gov or mail to:

Robert D. Mayberger Clerk of the Court

Appellate Division, Third Department

P. O. Box 7288, Capitol Station

Albany, New York 12224

Salary: $73,897 - $107,629

Location: Albany, NY

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,897.00 - $107,629.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Ogdensburg, NY 13669: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $73,897 - $107,629