Review Vacancy
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleLegal Assistant 1 or Legal Assistant Trainee
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $51711 to $62806 Annually
Minimum Qualifications REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE ELIGIBLE LIST FOR LEGAL ASSISTANT 1 OR TRAINEE,
OR
PERMANENT OR CONTINGENT-PERMANENT STATUS AS A LEGAL ASSISTANT 1,
OR
ELIGIBLE FOR TRANSFER.
Duties Description This position is in the Westchester Regional Office
Duties:
• Schedules witnesses and collects information relevant to the case.
• Reviews case-related materials for lines of questioning.
• Assembles exhibits and briefs for court filings.
• Assisting at trials by managing the exhibits and suggesting relevant questions for the attorney to raise. .
• Reviews administrative procedures and makes initial determinations regarding information releasable under the Freedom of Information Act.
• Completes routine investigative work for attorney review.
• Gathers complete information from a variety of sources, including State agencies.
• Coordinates with State agency clients regarding cases, records, witnesses etc.
• Provides a preliminary analysis of information to attorneys.
• Manages the flow of case-related materials.
• Uses Shepard's Citations or other reference sources to check the cases cited to ensure that the case law is still relevant.
• Maintains or oversees tracking systems, calendars, and reporting systems.
• Performs activities related to docketing, the placement of court-related activities on the court calendar, and on the attorney's calendar.
• Prepares portions of briefs, affidavits, affirmations, and other motion-related papers.
Additional Comments Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address HR.Recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General
The Capitol
Notes on ApplyingPlease email your cover letter and resume to hr.recruitment@ag.ny.gov. Please include vacancy #122965 in the subject line of your email. Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications.