legal supervisor

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan

<p></p><div><div><p>Position Information</p>
<p><b>
Agency Level:</b> State</p>
<p><b>
Agency:</b> Attorney General&rsquo;s Office</p>
<p><b>
Job Title:</b> Division Legal Secretary Supervisor 11</p>
<p><b>
Job Reference/ID Number:</b> 1101-26-013</p>
<p><b>
Work Location:</b> Lansing, MI</p>
<p><b>
Department:</b> Civil Rights and Special Initiatives Division</p>
<p><b>
Salary: </b>$2,064.00 &ndash; $2,821.60 Biweekly</p>
<p><b>
Position:</b> Full-Time</p>
<p><b>
Posting Date:</b> 02/13/2026</p>
<p><b>
Application Deadline:</b> 02/26/2026</p>
<p>
Job Description</p>
<p><b>
Job Overview:</b></p>
<p>
This position provides management assistance, legal secretarial support and supervisory assignments in the Civil Rights and Special Initiatives Division, performing complex administrative and legal secretarial duties, for the Division Chief, senior, specialists and higher-level attorneys, such as scheduling hearings, preparing legal documents and correspondence, docketing cases, maintaining court dockets, training, serving as a resource, and providing information and direction to other secretarial staff.</p>
<p><b>
Responsibilities and Duties:</b></p>
<p>
This position performs a full range of management assistance, legal secretarial assignments, and reporting to the Division Chief. This position has supervisor responsibilities and oversight over the Division&rsquo;s Legal Secretary positions. This position requires advanced knowledge and expertise of legal practices to proficiently prepare pleadings and advanced knowledge of Department of Attorney General databases and software systems, such as Legal Files and SIGMA, to prepare and complete all division reporting requirements on a monthly basis.</p>
<p><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<p>
Required Education and Experience</p>
<p><b>
Education</b><br>
 Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.</p>
<p><b>
Experience</b><br>
 Five years of legal secretarial experience, including three years equivalent to a Legal Secretary E8.</p>
<p><b>
Application Instructions:</b></p>
<p>
You must attach a resume and cover letter in order to be considered for this position.</p>
<p>
View entire job specification at:<br>
 https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DivisionLegalSecretarySupervisor.pdf (Download PDF reader)</p>
<p><b>
Apply Here:</b> https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/5237823/division-legal-secretary-supervisor-11-civil-rights-and-special-initiatives-div?keywords=Division%20legal&amp;pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs</p>
<p><b>
Additional Information:</b></p>
<p>
Accommodations<br>
 If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.</p></div></div>

Division Legal Secretary Supervisor 11 – Attorney General’s Office

<p></p><div><div><p>Position Information</p>
<p><b>
Agency Level:</b> State</p>
<p><b>
Agency:</b> Attorney General&rsquo;s Office</p>
<p><b>
Job Title:</b> Division Legal Secretary Supervisor 10</p>
<p><b>
Job Reference/ID Number:</b> 1101-25-064</p>
<p><b>
Work Location:</b> Lansing, MI</p>
<p><b>
Department:</b> Corrections Division</p>
<p><b>
Salary: </b>$24.96 &ndash; $33.44 Hourly</p>
<p><b>
Position:</b> Full-Time</p>
<p><b>
Posting Date:</b> 02/10/2026</p>
<p><b>
Application Deadline:</b> 03/09/2026</p>
<p>
Job Description</p>
<p><b>
Job Overview:</b></p>
<p>
The function of this position is to serve as the Section Head Secretary to an Assistant Attorney General who is a supervisory employee within the Department of Attorney General&rsquo;s Corrections Division.</p>
<p><b>
Responsibilities and Duties:</b></p>
<p>
Duties include: first-line supervision of section&rsquo;s legal secretaries and other support staff; handling of executive support activities; performing advanced legal secretarial duties in litigation cases; recordkeeping, case control, and preparation of reports regarding section activities.</p>
<p><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<p>
Required Education and Experience</p>
<p>
Education<br>
 Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.</p>
<p>
Experience<br>
 Four years of legal secretarial experience, including two years equivalent to a Legal Secretary E8.</p>
<p><b>
Application Instructions:</b></p>
<p>
You must attach a resume and cover letter in order to be considered for this position.</p>
<p>
View entire job specification at:<br>
 https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DivisionLegalSecretarySupervisor.pdf (Download PDF reader)</p>
<p><b>
Apply Here:</b> https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/5115166/division-legal-secretary-supervisor-10-corrections-division?department%5B0%5D=Attorney%20General&amp;sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&amp;pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs</p>
<p><b>
Additional Information:</b></p>
<p>
Accommodations<br>
 If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.</p></div></div>

Division Legal Secretary Supervisor 10 – Attorney General’s Office

Philadelphia District Attorney's Office

<div><div><b>Position: </b>Supervisor, Civil Litigation Unit &amp; Assistant District Attorney</div>
<div><b>Unit: </b>Civil Litigation Unit
</div><div><b>Supervisor:</b> Supervisor of Law Division</div>
<div></div><div><b>Company Description</b></div>
<div></div><div>The <b><i>Philadelphia District Attorney&rsquo;s Office</i></b> is the largest prosecutor&rsquo;s office in Pennsylvania, and one of the largest in the nation. It serves more than 1.5 million citizens of the City and County of Philadelphia, employing 600 lawyers, detectives and support staff. Our Assistant District Attorneys are dedicated to public service, public safety, and justice for all involved in the criminal justice system.</div>
<div></div><div>The Philadelphia District Attorney&rsquo;s Office in particular is committed to several citywide collaborations aimed at reducing Philadelphia&rsquo;s jail population and improving the criminal justice system overall.</div>
<div></div><div><b>**Please note that effective September 1, 2021, the City of Philadelphia requires all new employees to present proof of vaccination against COVID-19. **</b></div>
<div></div><div><b>To attain a job with the city, you must be a city of Philadelphia resident within 6 months (180 days) of hire and able to work completely in the office.</b></div>
<div></div><div><b>Summary of Job</b><br>
The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office (DAO) is seeking an Assistant District Attorney (ADA) to serve as supervisor of the Civil Litigation Unit. The Civil Litigation Unit defends DAO and DAO personnel in civil lawsuits arising from DAO's official functions, and it represents DAO and DAO personnel in response to civil subpoenas, discovery requests, Right to Know requests, and other civil process seeking access to DAO records. The supervisor of Civil Litigation also oversees outside counsel conducting civil enforcement litigation on DAO's behalf, and acts as the DAO's de facto general counsel, providing legal advice and opinions to senior leadership and other prosecutors on non-criminal legal matters that affect DAO's operations. The District Attorney's Office provides an exciting alternative to employment at a private law firm.</div>
<div></div><div><b>Duties &amp; Responsibilities
</b></div><div><ul><li>Managing and supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Analyzing difficult legal questions and providing legal advice and opinions to internal DAO clients.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Drafting and revising legal briefs and motions.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinating with outside counsel representing DAO in certain matters.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Conducting occasional trials and evidentiary hearings in civil lawsuits involving DAO.</li></ul>
</div>
<div></div><div><b>Skills &amp; Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>All candidates must be admitted to practice law in the State of Pennsylvania.</li>
<li>Candidates must have 5 or more years of legal experience following graduation from an accredited law school.
</li><li>Candidates should have experience responding to civil discovery requests.</li>
<li>Candidates should have prior significant civil litigation experience.</li>
<li>Candidates must have strong legal research and legal writing skills.</li>
<li>Candidate must be able to take initiative and be self-directed.</li>
<li>Candidates should have some courtroom experience in trials or evidentiary hearings.</li>
<li>Ability to work directly with County Detectives, other ADAs and other law enforcement agencies to build a case is required.
</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is desirable.</li>
<li>Ability to develop and cultivate effective internal/external working relationships is essential.</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Rewards/Benefits</b></div>
<div>This is an exempt employee with the City of Philadelphia. Immediately upon assuming office, new hire will receive benefits similar to those of other City of Philadelphia employees, including the below benefits:</div>
<ul><li>Generous retirement savings options available (pension plan and etc.)</li>
<li>We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program qualified employer</li>
<li>We offer comprehensive health coverage (medical, vision, prescription and dental) for employees and their eligible dependents</li>
<li>Annual paid time off (PTO) package: 20 <i>vacation days, 15 sick leave days, 11 paid holidays, 5 annual administrative leave</i></li>
<li>Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan</li>
<li>Before tax commuter program</li>
<li>Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts</li>
<li>Sick leave bonuses and exchanges</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div>Applications will be active for one year from the date of receipt by the Office.</div>
<div></div><div>All exempt employees of the District Attorney&rsquo;s Office are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney. The at-will relationship shall not be modified for any employee and no agreement, oral or written, shall be entered into that changes the at-will relationship.</div>
<div></div><div><i>** The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, </i><i>gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status.</i><i> **</i></div></div><div></div>

Civil Litigation Unit: Supervisor & Assistant District Attorney

California State Personnel Board

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Department of Conservation
</p></div><div><div><div>JC-508924 </div><ul><li></li></ul><div>Staff Counsel Supervisor
<br>
ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR
</div></div><p>$11,867.00 - $16,900.00 per Month<br>
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
</p><p><b>Final Filing Date: </b><b>3/23/2026</b><b><br>
</b></p></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><b>Application Methods:
</b><div>Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)</div>
<div>By Mail</div>
<div>Drop-off</div>
</div><div></div><div><div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><p>Job Description and Duties</p>
<p></p><div><b><i>In accordance with CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.</i></b><br>
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Under general direction provided by the Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel, the Attorney Supervisor supervises Attorney IVs, Attorney IIIs and Attorneys in the Legal Office, performs administrative duties, and serves as a member of the Legal Office's senior management team.<br>
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This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape and strengthen the legal work of the Department of Conservation. The Attorney Supervisor will partner closely with one of two Assistant Chief Counsels to plan, direct, and elevate the work of a team of attorneys who handle some of the Department&rsquo;s most pressing and complex legal challenges. As a trusted legal advisor and leader, the Attorney Supervisor will:</div><ul>
<li>Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of attorneys handling matters of varying complexity.
</li><li>Step in for the Assistant Chief Counsel as needed, ensuring seamless leadership continuity.</li><li>
Collaborate with legal and executive management to develop and implement policies, procedures, and strategies that support the Department&rsquo;s mission.
</li><li>Oversee and review the work of subordinate attorneys, ensuring the highest standards of legal analysis and advocacy.
</li><li>Personally handle or guide the most sensitive, novel, and high-impact cases.</li></ul><br>
<p></p><br>
<p>Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee&rsquo;s monthly salary by 4.62% [BU2] in exchange for leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job advertisement do not reflect this reduction in pay. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue PLP 2025 hours on the first day of each pay period in accordance with their applicable Bargaining Unit contract.</p><br>
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</div><p></p><div><p>Working Conditions</p>
<p></p><div><div>This position provides hybrid telework opportunities, with employees required to work in-person in Sacramento at least two days per week at 715 P Street, MS 1906, Sacramento, CA 95814 . Alternative work locations will not be considered.</div><div></div><div><br>
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must show proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.</div><div></div><div><br>
Please see the attached duty statement for information related to this position&rsquo;s working conditions.</div></div><br>
<div></div>
</div></div><p></p><div><div>
</div></div><div><div><p>Position Details</p>
<div><div><div><b>Job Code #:</b> </div><div>JC-508924
</div></div><div><div><b>Position #(s):</b>
</div><div><div>538-401-5749-XXX</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Working Title:</b> </div><div><b>Staff Counsel Supervisor</b>
</div></div></div><div><div><b>Classification:</b> </div><div>ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR
<div>$11,867.00 - $16,900.00
</div>New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
</div></div><div></div><div><div><b># of Positions:</b> </div><div>1
</div></div><div><div><b>Work Location:</b> </div><div>Sacramento County
</div></div><div><div><b>Telework:</b> </div><div>Hybrid
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Type:</b> </div><div>Permanent, Full Time
</div></div><div><div><div><b>Facility:</b> </div><div>Primary Cert Contact
</div></div></div></div></div><div><p>Department Information</p>
<div><div>With a team of scientists and other dedicated professionals, the Department of Conservation (DOC) administers a variety of programs vital to California's public safety, environment, and economy. The services DOC provides are designed to balance today's needs with tomorrow's obligations by fostering the wise use and conservation of energy, land, and mineral resources.<br>
</div><div></div><br>
<div>All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.</div>
</div><p>Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.gov
</p></div></div><div></div><div><div><p>Special Requirements</p>
<div></div><div><b><i>This position is subject to the Department of Conservation&rsquo;s Conflict of Interest code.<br>
</i></b><br>
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<p>The Department of Conservation does not participate in the E-Verify system or STEM OPT extension program. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.<br>
<br>
<b><i>This position is contingent on budget approval.</i></b><br>
</p><br>
</div></div><div><p>Application Instructions</p>
<div><p>Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
</p>Final Filing Date: 3/23/2026
<p><b>Who May Apply</b></p>
<div>Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
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Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
</div><p><b>How To Apply</b></p>
<div>Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:<br>
<div><p><b>Address for Mailing Application Packages</b></p>
<p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p><br>
<div></div><div><div><div>Department of Conservation
</div><div>N/A
</div><div>Attn: Andrea Derich
</div><div>715 P Street, MS 1806
</div><div></div><div>Sacramento, CA 95814
</div></div></div></div><div><p><b>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</b></p>
<p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p><br>
<div></div><div><div><div><div>Department of Conservation
</div><div>Primary Cert Contact
</div><div>Andrea Derich
</div><div>715 P Street, MS 1806
</div><div></div><div>Sacramento, CA 95814
</div><div>Due to limited access, call Hiring Contact prior to dropping off your application package.
</div><div>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
</div></div></div></div></div></div><p><b>Required Application Package Documents</b></p>
<p>The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
</p><ul><li>Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.</li>
<li>Resume is required and must be included.</li>
<li>Statement of Qualifications -
<div>The Statement of Qualifications should be no more than 3 pages, 12-point Arial font, 1-inch margins. Please respond to each question separately and include specific examples from your experience.</div><div></div><div><br>
1.Describe your experience supervising or leading attorneys or professional staff.</div><div>
 Including your approach to:</div><div></div><div><br>
i. Coaching and mentoring</div><div>
ii. Providing performance feedback</div><div>
iii. Supporting staff development</div><div>
iv. Addressing performance concerns</div><br>
<div></div><br>
<div>2.Describe your approach to managing a high-volume workload with competing deadlines. Provide an example of a time you had to prioritize multiple urgent matters and how you determined what came first.</div><br>
</li><div></div><li>Other - <b>COVER LETTER:</b> Applicants must include a cover letter with their application package to be considered for this opportunity.</li>
</ul></div>Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
</div></div></div><div><p>Desirable Qualifications</p>
<div>In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
</div><div><ul><li>Excellent computer skills</li><li>Possess good interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment</li><li>Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments</li><li>Ability to promote a positive working environment and relationship with others</li></ul>
</div></div><div><p>Benefits</p>
<div>DOC employees may be eligible for the following benefits:<br>
<ul><li>Health, dental, and vision benefits</li><li>
Paid sick and vacation</li><li>
California State holiday pay</li><li>
401(k) and 457 plans</li><li>
Retirement (CalPERS)</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>
Public Transit Subsidy</li></ul>
Additional<p><br>
California State Civil Service Employee Benefits information may be obtained by going to the California Department of Human Resources website at State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary.<br>
<br>
Information regarding benefits provided by membership in the California Public Employees&rsquo; Retirement System can be found at www.calpers.ca.gov.</p>
</div></div><div><p>Contact Information</p>
<div><p>The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
</p><p><b>Department Website:</b> http://www.conservation.ca.gov
</p><p><b>Human Resources Contact:
</b><br>
Andrea Derich<br>
(916) 858-9026<br>
andrea.derich@conservation.ca.gov
</p><div><p>Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
</p><b>EEO Contact:</b><br>
EEO Officer<br>
(916) 215-0955<br>
EEO@conservation.ca.gov
</div><p>California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
</p></div></div><div><p>Important Information</p>
<p></p><div><b>Do not email or fax your application.</b> Emailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
PLEASE NOTE:</b> All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. <b>APPLICATIONS WITH &quot;SEE RESUME&quot; OR &ldquo;SEE ATTACHED&rdquo; WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate State Application (STD. 678) is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered.<br>
</div></div><p></p><br>
<div><p>Additional Information</p>
<p></p><div><b>ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:</b> If new to California State service, or need to gain list eligibility for this classification, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR&rsquo;s website to review the exam bulletin:<p><br>
Attorney Supervisor Exam</p></div><p></p><div><b><br>
EDUCATION INFORMATION:</b> If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide evaluated transcripts. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org. Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.</div>
</div><p></p><div><div><p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p>
<p>The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
</p><p>It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

ATTORNEY SUPERVISOR

Empire Justice Center

<div>Description: <b>Supervising Senior Attorney, Public Benefits </b><b>CENTRAL ISLIP, LONG ISLAND</b><p><b>
Employment Status: </b>Full-Time</p><p><b>
FLSA Status: </b>Exempt</p><p><b>
Practice Group/Team: </b>Public Benefits</p><p><b>
Organization Information</b></p><p>
Empire Justice Center, a diverse and highly respected statewide legal services organization, seeks a Supervising Senior Attorney for our Public Benefits practice group. This is an opportunity to join and grow in one of the most influential organizations serving marginalized low-income individuals and families in New York State.</p><p>
Empire Justice Center attracts and employs a diverse team of dedicated, determined, and passionate advocates who significantly impact the lives of low-income New Yorkers. We succeed through direct legal representation, high-impact litigation, and legislative and administrative advocacy. As an organization, we provide top-notch training and technical assistance to other advocates to ensure fairness and justice for New Yorkers. We thrive on our commitment to supporting justice for populations that have historically experienced severe oppression. These populations include racially diverse individuals and families experiencing poverty, housing insecurity, immigration issues, and domestic violence. Additionally, the organization advocates for people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, and school-age children facing discrimination and violations of their civil rights in schools.</p><p>
Our offices in Rochester, Albany, Westchester County, and Long Island offer staff an exciting, dynamic, inclusive working environment with a solid commitment to work/life balance, teamwork, diversity, wellness, and personal/professional development.</p><p><b>
Position Summary</b></p><p>
Empire Justice Center is pleased to announce an opening for a Supervising Senior Attorney for our Public Benefits practice group. This position will play a leadership role in ongoing impact litigation that improves the lives of low-income New Yorkers. The focus of this attorney will be on improving access to benefits with a particular emphasis on the rights of the homeless and persons with disabilities. The Supervising Senior Attorney would be responsible for the above responsibilities and supervising a practice group member.</p><p><b>
Salary</b></p><p>
The referenced pay range/scale represents the estimated minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range and determined by considering factors, including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, individual expertise, market data, and internal equity considerations.</p><p>
Supervising Senior Attorney, 7-8 years of experience, $110,700-$117,000 (Downstate NY &ndash; includes a $6,000 geographic differential)</p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Benefits</b></p><p>
We are an organization that supports and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Empire Justice Center offers a generous benefit package, including:</p><ul><li>35-hour full-time work week.</li><li>Comprehensive health insurance plan.</li><li>403(b) eligibility - immediately eligible to begin contributing from your paycheck.</li><li>Immediate vesting upon hire - ALL contributions (both employee and employer).</li></ul><p>
o 1% employer match is eligible after 12 months of employment.</p><p>
o 3% non-elective annual contribution made by employer after 12 months of employment.</p><ul><li>Generous vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time</li></ul><p>
o 14 Paid Holidays</p><p>
o Vacation: 10.5 hours/month; Sick: 7 hours/month; Personal: 35 hours/year</p><ul><li>Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualifying employees.</li><li>Bilingual salary enhancement for qualifying employees.</li><li>Generous Bereavement Leave.</li><li>Employee Wellness Activities.</li><li>Voluntary Supplemental Disability.</li><li>Dental Insurance (employee paid).</li><li>Vision Insurance (employee paid).</li><li>$150K Group Term Life Insurance.</li><li>NYS Short-Term Disability.</li><li>FSA Eligibility.</li></ul><p>
Empire Justice Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and strongly desires a diverse and inclusive workforce. Empire Justice Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, specifically - race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, disability status, genetics, neurodiversity, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.</p>
Requirements:
<p><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Travel to and work in the Central Islip, Long Island office is required to meet client and organizational needs.</li></ul><p>
o This position is eligible for a hybrid work request under the organizational policy.</p><ul><li>Lead or serve in a leadership role as part of a litigation team in impact litigation and class actions in both state and federal court, incorporating the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Civil Rights Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act, where appropriate.</li><li>Represent clients at all stages of litigation, including providing advice and counsel and direct representation in federal court, state court, and administrative proceedings.</li><li>Conduct significant legal research and writing, including drafting complex briefs for impact litigation and appellate work.</li><li>Supervise practice group members, whether attorney or paralegal, including one whose job includes representing clients at administrative fair hearings before the Office ot Temporary and Disability Assistance.</li><li>Engage in policy, administrative, and legislative advocacy, including advocacy with state and local social services agencies.</li><li>Participate in coalitions, including serving in leadership roles where appropriate.</li><li>Provide technical assistance and training to our legal services and community partners through participation in and presentation at continuing legal education events, and assisting with the development of resources.</li><li>Maintain a well-developed knowledge of public benefits law, including cash assistance, SNAP, HEAP, and childcare assistance programs.</li><li>Monitor and respond to questions posed in the public benefits listserv.</li><li>Advocate for changes in law and policy through report-writing and testimony as needed.</li><li>Frequent traveling is required.</li><li>Must demonstrate a high level of comfort and commitment to working with people from marginalized communities.</li><li>Work closely with your assigned supervisor and participate in regular supervision meetings, including work plan development and grant deliverable management.</li><li>Develop and maintain competency in working with databases, Microsoft 365 applications, and other legal technology.</li><li>Due to limited resources, all staff are expected to perform administrative and other support-related duties to serve our clients and fulfill our mission as a non-profit legal services organization.</li><li>Other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or to meet the organization&rsquo;s needs.</li></ul><p><b>
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)</b></p><ul><li>Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited US law school or international equivalent.</li><li>Admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing as a member of the NYS bar.</li><li>Minimum of 7 to 8 years of litigation experience in state and federal court, ideally related to public benefit access.</li><li>Supervisory experience is required.</li><li>Must have a well-developed knowledge of public benefits law, including cash assistance, SNAP, HEAP, and childcare assistance programs.</li><li>Excellent legal research and writing skills with experience in drafting complex briefs, pleadings, and motions.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability and willingness to mentor, supervise, and train legal staff in all Empire Justice Offices through video conferencing/communication and travel when necessary.</li><li>Strong leadership skills.</li><li>Access to reliable transportation.</li><li>Experience in and commitment to working with marginalized communities.</li><li>The ability to provide legal advice to clients who do not speak English via an interpreter.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn and adapt to other applications quickly, including but not limited to file management applications, calendar applications, and virtual meeting applications.</li><li>Must demonstrate strong analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to shift priorities while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing objectives.</li><li>Effective decision-making skills that balance overall organizational and leadership objectives with employee needs.</li><li>Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to cultivate partnerships.</li><li>Experience in working with diverse clientele, including those who have experienced poverty.</li><li>Commitment to improving the lives and circumstances of those who have experienced poverty and discrimination.</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills.</li></ul><p><br>
</p><p><b>TO APPLY:</b> Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If interested, please visit our &ldquo;Work With Us&rdquo; employment page at www.empirejustice.org. Please submit a complete application, including a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and contact information for three professional references (one supervisor is required). Please refrain from making phone calls or sending hard copies. <b>Incomplete applications will not be considered.</b></p><p>
If reasonable accommodations are needed, please contact Mercedece Love, Human Resources and Compliance Manager, at mlove@empirejustice.org. Empire Justice Center is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Empire Justice Center ensures that persons with disabilities and/or communication barriers have reasonable accommodations.</p></div>

Supervising Senior Attorney, Public Benefits

Bronx District Attorney

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supervising Assistant District Attorney- Child Abuse/Sex Crimes Bureau
</b></h1></div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>BRONX DISTRICT ATTORNEY
</li></ul></div></div><div><div>Posted On: 02/20/2026
</div></div><div><div><ul><li>Full-Time
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div>Location
</div><div>BRONX</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><ul><li>No Exam Required
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div>Department
</div><div>Assistant District Attorney</div>
</div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div>Salary Range:</div>
<div>$150,000.00 &ndash; $188,000.00</div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h2></div>
<div><div><div>The Bronx District Attorney&rsquo;s Office is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Bureau (CAS), within the Special Victims Division, is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as a Supervising Assistant District Attorney. The CAS Bureau investigates and prosecutes all felonies and misdemeanors involving and related to adult sexual assault, child sexual and physical abuse, and child homicides. The Bureau works collaboratively with the BXCAC, which is designed to provide a place where investigations are conducted in a way to reduce trauma to the child victims of sexual and physical abuse, as well as and families and parties involved in child fatalities. A supervising Assistant District Attorney will assist in overseeing the Bureau&rsquo;s Legal and Professional staff, will be responsible for supervising the investigation and prosecution of CAS cases, and will assist in the general administration of the Bureau, including review and implementation of best practices, development of in-Bureau trainings, and coordinating second-seat hearing and trial assignments.<br>
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:<br>
<br>
Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:<br>
<ul><li>Supervise legal and support staff in the prosecution of cases in the Child Abuse/Sex Crimes Bureau</li><li>Collaborate closely with the Bureau Chief, Deputy Chiefs and other CAS Supervisors in the development and implementation of strategies to aid in the effective investigation and prosecution of
</li></ul>adult sexual assault, child physical and sexual abuse, and child homicide cases.<br>
<ul><li>Collaborate closely to develop and administer best practices and policies.</li><li>Screen, evaluate and assign cases to legal and professional staff for appropriate action.</li><li>Advise and assist legal staff in the handling of their assigned cases, including analysis of applicable penal law offenses and criminal procedure.</li><li>Prepare case status and statistical reports, and address staff scheduling as needed.</li><li>Monthly On-Call Supervisor (rotational monthly schedule among Deputy Bureau Chiefs and Supervisors), including nights and weekends; supervise and handle on-call ADA&rsquo;s response to new
</li></ul>arrests and investigations.<br>
<ul><li>Serve as faculty for the Office&rsquo;s various CLE Trainings, Orientation Training for new Assistants, Grand Jury training, and Felony and Misdemeanor Trial Training programs.</li><li>Collaborate with outside agencies, such as, but not limited to, NYPD, ACS, the Bronx CAC, various Bronx hospital-based programs, and Corporation Counsel.</li><li>Attend intra / inter Office weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings as required.</li><li>Motivate and direct all levels of legal and professional staff in various responsibilities.</li><li>Manage own case assignments and investigations.</li><li>Perform all other related duties and projects as designated.</li></ul><br>
QUALIFICATIONS:<br>
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<ul><li>Juris Doctor degree required</li><li>At least 5 years of Prosecutorial experience required.</li><li>Supervisory and/or management experience preferred</li><li>Expertise and knowledge in Child Abuse and Sex Crimes strongly preferred</li><li>US Citizenship and New York State Residency are required as of first day of employment</li><li>Member in good standing of the NY State Bar. You must provide an original current certificate of good standing</li><li>Ability to conduct competent resourceful investigations</li><li>Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics</li><li>Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality of information</li><li>Ability to analytically solve issues or problems from inception through conclusion</li><li>Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment and handle a high volume of cases and investigations</li><li>Ability to work nights, holidays and weekends</li></ul><br>
ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY (S - 30114</div><p><b><br>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness</b></p><br>
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education&rsquo;s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/<br>
<p><b>
Residency Requirement</b></p><br>
New York State Residency is REQUIRED on the first day of employment.<br>
<p><b>
Additional Information</b></p><div></div><p><br>
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</p></div>
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</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Job ID
</div><div>770716</div>
</div></div><div><div><div><div>Posted until
</div><div>04/19/2026</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Title code
</div><div>30114</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Civil service title
</div><div>ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY (S</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Title classification
</div><div>Exempt-4</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Business title
</div><div>Supervising Assistant District Attorney- Child Abuse/Sex Crimes Bureau</div>
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><ul><li><div>Experience Level: </div>Manager
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job level
</div><div>00</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Number of positions
</div><div>1</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Work location
</div><div>198 E161St Street Bronx N.Y.</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div>Category: </div>Legal Affairs
</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Supervising Assistant District Attorney- Child Abuse/Sex Crimes Bureau</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Supervising Assistant District Attorney- Child Abuse/Sex Crimes Bureau

Legal Assistance of Western New York

<div><p><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b></p>
<p>
Legal Assistance of Western NY seeks to fill an opening for a Supervising Attorney in the area of Housing Law, specifically: Fair Housing and Civil Rights Laws. This position can be located in our Olean, Rochester or Geneva office. We encourage applicants with a wide range of substantive legal experience to apply. We expect those who fill this position will grow and adapt their practice to the needs of the community and the organization, and place an emphasis on supervision skills and the ability to practice in multiple forums. The candidate must have the caring, patience, and emotional maturity to help low-income people overcome crisis situations.</p><p></p><p><br>
The Supervising Attorney provides leadership and supervision in supplying comprehensive legal services to eligible clients and the ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of how civil legal issues affecting low-income communities intersect with social and economic justice. Supervisors play a critical role in realizing LawNY&reg;&rsquo;s vision of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Every supervisor is expected to actively engage in learning and becoming increasingly skilled in supervision that supports this vision.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<i>These are the basic requirements for the position.</i></p>
<ul>
<li>Admitted to practice and in good standing in New York State</li>
<li>Three (3) years experience providing legal services as a licensed attorney.</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment of service to low-income people.</li>
<li>Experience with civil rights or fair housing investigation and litigation<br>
</li>
<li>Commitment to engaging in learning and developing supervision skills that support diversity, equity, and inclusion.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
COMPENSATION PACKAGE</b></p>
<p>
The beginning salary for a Supervising Attorney at LawNY with 3 years of experience is $85,000 and the salary for a Supervising Attorney with 30 years of experience is $116,600. Salary will be based on experience. LawNY is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program(PSLF).</p>
<p><b>
LawNY&reg; provides an excellent package of fringe benefits including:</b></p>
<ul>
<li> 94% Employer paid Medical Premium with 100% Employer paid in-network deductible</li>
<li>100% Employer paid Dental Insurance</li>
<li>100% Employer paid Life Insurance</li>
<li>100% Employer paid Enhanced Short-term Disability</li>
<li>100% Employer paid Long-term Disability</li>
<li>Vision Insurance</li>
<li>20 Paid Vacation days per year</li>
<li>12 Sick days per year</li>
<li>5 Personal days per year</li>
<li>13.5 Holidays plus 2 floating Holidays per year</li>
<li>35-Hour Work Week</li>
<li>Hybrid Work Schedule (new staff are able to work from home up to 3 days per week. After 6 months, this increases to 5 days per week with Manager approval, as workload permits)</li><br>
</ul>
<p><b>RESPONSIBILITIES</b><br>
<i>These are the most significant responsibilities and primary functions of the position.</i></p>
<ul>
<li>Provide respectful culturally competent legal services to clients with low income including advice, negotiation, litigation and administrative advocacy.</li>
<li>Manage multiple tasks and deadlines while supervising caseload of supervisees and coordinate the periodic review of the cases.</li>
<li>Identify leadership development and mentoring opportunities for supervisees and train less-experienced attorneys, paralegals and/or other staff in their pursuit of career advancement.</li>
<li>Create and maintain a safe and healthy work environment for supervisees.</li>
<li>Build relationships and collaborate with human services providers, non-profit organizations, community groups, and impacted community members as well as the courts, administrative tribunals, and the private bar to address legal problems within our community.
</li><li>Take responsibility for proper grant management requirements, program reporting, timekeeping, file maintenance, case closing, and compliance review.</li>
<li>Maintain a high level of professional competence through attendance of training sessions, seminars and conferences and individual efforts to keep abreast of current developments in the area of poverty law and the application of an equity lens to client service.</li><br>
</ul>
<p><b>ADDITIONAL TRAITS AND SKILLS</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Experience incorporating an anti-racist and anti-oppressive lens into legal practice with an understanding of the concepts of structural and institutional racism and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities.</li>
<li>Experience with eviction defense and other legal issues affecting housing</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including a commitment to providing trauma-informed services.</li>
<li>Experience with the courts and agencies in our service area, and/or lived experience with our client communities</li>
<li>True fluency in a language other than English that is spoken by our clients.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION</b></p>
<p>
Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc. (LawNY&reg;) is a not-for-profit law firm that provides free civil legal services to low-income clients in a 14 county area of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, and the Southern Tier. LawNY&reg; has seven fully staffed field offices in Bath, Elmira, Geneva, Ithaca, Jamestown, Olean and Rochester, satellite offices in Lakeville and Lyons, and a business office in Rochester.</p>
<p>
LawNY&reg; is committed to equitable inclusion across race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ability, sex, religion, economic circumstances, ethnicity, national origin, and culture. We are increasingly committed to creating a law firm where race equity, diversity and cultural competency are integral components of our work, from client advocacy to internal operations.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
APPLICATION PROCESS</b></p>
<p>
To apply, submit your cover letter, resume, and three professional references through LawNY&reg;&rsquo;s BambooHR platform found https://lawny.bamboohr.com/careers/287 When outlining work experience on a resume, candidates are requested to label each position as full-time or part-time and describe unpaid volunteer/internships as such.</p><p></p><p><br>
To promote social justice and achieve our mission, LawNY&reg; is committed to maintaining a diverse staff and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace. In your cover letter, please also include an explanation of how you think your lived and/or professional experience or background has prepared you to contribute to support a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion at LawNY&reg; and in our fair housing work.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require any accommodations to support you in your role - whether for the onboarding, or your day-to-day work, please let us know by sending an email to: </b>accommodationrequest@lawny.org<b>. Any information shared will remain confidential and only be used to ensure the appropriate support is in place before your first day. As part of your employment, LawNY will provide the necessary hardware to support your role.</b></p><p></p><p><br>
Questions? Contact Michelle Grillone at mgrillone@lawny.org</p><p></p><p><i><br>
Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc. (LawNY&reg;) is an equal opportunity employer. LawNY&reg; strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups whose background may contribute to working in and sustaining an environment that enables staff and clients to feel empowered, valued, respected, and safe. LawNY&reg; welcomes applications regardless of race, color, religion, veteran status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration protected by law.</i></p></div>

Supervising Attorney - Housing Law

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