SENIOR ATTORNEY
Core
Litigate intentional program violations (fraud, conspiracy, collusion) for NYC Department of Social Services in administrative hearings and state courts.
Role type
Senior IC litigation attorney (government)
Builds
Legal cases and evidence packets for fraud and eligibility disputes
Domain
Public sector / Social Services / Administrative Law
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
litigation strategy, evidence gathering, witness preparation, legal research, motion drafting, settlement negotiation, case management
Preferred skills
experience with Article 78 actions, class A felony prosecution, supervising junior legal staff
Technologies
Office of General Counsel/Fair Hearing case management system
Responsibilities
Represent the Commissioner in administrative and state court hearings regarding intentional program violations; supervise legal staff and develop litigation strategies; draft legal papers, conduct investigations, and interview witnesses; prepare evidence packets for fraud cases; negotiate settlements; manage case files and ensure timely compliance with hearing decisions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties