Overview
Legal Aide Jobs in Albany, NY at State of New York – Temporary and Disability Assistance, Office of
Duties Description The Legal Aide will perform a variety of routine legal and paralegal duties under the supervision of an Attorney admitted to the New York State Bar. Duties are assigned commensurate with an individual’s level of education and experience.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assist the Office of temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) program attorneys in providing legal opinions and guidance to OTDA’s program areas on:
- New/existing policy, laws, and regulations;
- Analyzing new legislation and changes to existing legislation;
- Reviewing data share agreements and contracts;
- Aiding in ongoing and new litigation matters;
- Drafting legal memoranda;
- Performing legal research; and
- Assisting with other projects as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be currently enrolled as full-time students at a law school recognized by the New York State Education Department.
Additional Comments Temporary hourly appointments will be made. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to these titles.
Your resume must indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for these positions. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.
Interested applicants should send an email with their resume attached to [email protected] and reference posting 26-103 in the subject line. DO NOT USE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.
NYS OTDA seeks to promote a diverse workforce that is a representation of the various cultures, voices, backgrounds, ideas, and talents of the citizens and communities that we serve. In alignment with New York State’s Executive Orders 187 and 31, OTDA is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering an inclusive workplace.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Title: Legal Aide
Company: State of New York – Temporary and Disability Assistance, Office of
Location: Albany, NY
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