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About the Role

The Suffolk County Attorney’s Office is seeking to hire attorneys for its Federal Litigation Bureau to handle the defense of federal civil lawsuits against the County, its agencies, departments, officials, and employees. The office aims to recruit candidates with diverse backgrounds, a strong work ethic, integrity, and a commitment to public service.

Responsibilities

• Handle the defense of federal civil lawsuits against the County, all County agencies, departments, officials and employees.
• Appear regularly in federal court and litigate serious and complex matters.
• Defend civil rights claims arising from line of duty actions involving County employees.
• Defend claims against Suffolk County law enforcement.

Requirements

• Must be admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Must have experience handling civil defense litigation.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Must be a Suffolk County resident within five years of commencing employment.
• Commitment to public service.
• Capacity for fairness.
• Strong work ethic.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent judgment.
• Exceptional organizational abilities.
• Strong legal research skills.
• Strong legal writing skills.
• Strong presentation skills.

Location

• Onsite

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Commensurate with experience

Education Level

• Admitted to the New York State Bar

Salary/Compensations

• $125,000.00 to $170,000.00

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pension.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start), sick leave, personal days.
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays.

About the Company

• Suffolk County government jobs offer a combination of competitive benefits and job security.
• The office focuses on promoting, supporting, and implementing the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• Achieves results through diversity and inclusion best practices.
• Maintains familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Equal Opportunity

• Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.