Legal Coordinator

Job Title : Legal Coordinator - Office of Trials & Litigation

The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is seeking to recruit Legal Coordinators for the Office of Trials & Litigation. Responsibilities include maintaining case files, preparing legal documents, conferring with attorneys and OATH personnel, performing discovery review, conducting legal research, and supporting special projects. Physical activities such as lifting, carrying files, and traveling may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school; or
• A bachelor's degree and six months of legal services experience; or
• An associate degree or 60 credits plus two years of relevant experience; or
• A combination of education and experience, including paralegal certification, meeting specific criteria.

Experience must include legal information retrieval and filing writs / motions in courts.

Preferred Skills

Additional Information

This position is open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55-a Program. Candidates should indicate interest accordingly.

Employees may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs. Residency in New York City is generally required within 90 days of appointment, with some exceptions. The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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