Assistant Counsel

Duties: Assistant Counsels receive on-the-job instruction in researching and analyzing legal questions and issues related to the development and implementation of court policies and the administration of the Unified Court System. Under direct supervision, Assistant Counsels learn to draft administrative rules and legislation, litigate cases, advise judges and non-judicial personnel on the implications of procedures and programs, and perform other related duties. Analyzes reports and enacted legislation, and prepares confidential memoranda on the legal issues and implications. Researches statutory history, and case law for incorporation into draft legislation. Analyzes legal implications and assists in the preparation of administrative rules and regulations. Researches the legal questions and issues presented in litigation and prepares rebuttals. Drafts correspondence in response to routine complaints, questions, and requests for information from the public, lawyers, judges, non-judicial employees, and other government agencies.

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the laws and rules governing civil and criminal practice, the New York State and Federal Constitutions, administrative law, legal terminology, and forms. Ability to write clear and concise prose. Knowledge of trial and hearing procedures. Ability to handle sensitive matters on a confidential basis. Ability to organize factual and legal data into clear and logical sequences. Ability to analyze legal issues and identify relevant case opinions and facts. Ability to communicate orally in a clear and succinct manner and to communicate technical language to laymen. Ability to interpret laws, rules, and regulations. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work independently.

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