POSTED in July 2025:
The General Counsel Division at the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) seeks an experienced litigator to serve in the Associate General Counsel (AGC) position. Reporting to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, the AGC will be responsible for supervising the GCD’s Regulatory, Affirmative and Licensing Litigation Unit, consisting of a team of lawyers who strategize, research, investigate and prosecute illegal and deceptive business practices by individual businesses and industries.
The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Staff Counsel in the Affirmative, Licensing and Litigation Unit. This attorney will be responsible for initiating, investigating, and litigating cases at the New York City Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH) and in State Court against individuals and businesses that violate New York City’s licensing and consumer protection laws. Reporting to the Associate General Counsel.
The General Counsel Division at DCWP seeks an attorney to serve as a Staff Counsel in the License Review Unit, primarily focusing on licensing issues, including the investigation, enforcement, litigation, and counseling, surrounding the City’s tobacco laws and initiatives. This individual will work closely with the Agency’s Licensing and Enforcement divisions.
DCWP is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a Staff Counsel within the General Counsel Division, primarily focusing on drafting final agency decisions in response to recommended decisions from the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (“OATH”) for cases brought by DCWP. This position will also review, edit, and draft legislation affecting DCWP.
Responsive Gov is seeking a Senior Policy Advisor. A legal background is required for this position. You can see the full job description and apply here.
POSTED in June 2025:
Judge Natacha Carbajal-Evangelista is in need of a law clerk and a paralegal/secretary. Please send far and wide!
New York University School of Law seeks an Executive Director for its Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law.
Advocates for Children of New York (AFC) is hiring:
NYC Department of Buildings is offering a unique opportunity on the cutting edge of climate policy. DOB has an essential role in implementing and enforcing New York City’s ground-breaking climate policies, including Local Law 97, which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions from the city’s largest buildings. Become a member of DOB’s Bureau of Sustainability Enforcement Team as an Enforcement Attorney.
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is seeking a Director to build a shared vision for a new area of work: one that centers Indigenous Peoples, self-determination, and long-term reciprocity.
Access Justice Brooklyn in the search for its next President and Chief Executive Officer.
Guttmacher Institute is hiring a Vice President for Domestic Research | Guttmacher Institute.
Click on this link and scroll down to read about openings in the NYC Law Department: Current Vacancies for Admitted Attorneys - Law Department
The ACLU of Alabama is hiring a Staff Attorney- Immigrants’ Rights: Staff Attorney – Immigrants’ Rights | ACLU of Alabama
EliseAI is hiring a Legal Counsel: Job Application for Legal Counsel at EliseAI
The National Immigration Law Center is hiring a Deputy Director, Legal: National Immigration Law Center - Deputy Director, Legal (Threat Assessment)
Lawfare is hiring a Senior Editor: Come Work With Lawfare, As a Senior Editor! | Lawfare
The Door’s Legal Services Center is hiring a Supervising Attorney. The Door’s Legal Services Center advances the rights of youth by providing direct legal services in areas such as immigration, public benefits, family law, and housing. Situated within the larger Door community, the Center addresses legal problems in a holistic and client-driven manner. The Supervising Attorney will focus on the Center’s immigration practice and will work with minors who have been released from the ORR shelter system. Applications are due on June 30. Here is a link to the job description: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=154832&clientkey=EAD093C2F16746AB084001C2DF77D809
The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is hiring a Staff Counsel/Agency Attorney in the Legal Counsel Unit. The Legal Counsel Unit is responsible for providing advice and counsel to DCWP divisions, providing legal support to implement new laws, advising on complex multi-stakeholder license categories, and drafting DCWP contracts and agreements. Application deadline is August 9, 2025. Here is a link to a job description: https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/job/staff-counsel-693142-in-nyc-all-boros-jid-33681
The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is hiring a Supervising Enforcement Counsel | City of New York Jobs, a supervising attorney with relevant experience in litigation and issues affecting low-wage workers. Applications are due on 09/09/2025.
Danone is hiring a Senior Counsel, Contracts & IS/IT, a hybrid position based in White Plains, NY, Colorado or Remote.
The ACLU is hiring a Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney or Senior Counsel, LGBTQ & HIV Project | American Civil Liberties Union
Jazz at Lincoln Center is hiring a Deputy General Counsel in NYC: Current Openings | Recruitment
The Policing Project at NYU Law School is hiring a Senior Counsel — The Policing Project
Kohler is hiring a Counsel, Litigation and Government Affairs, a hybrid position based in Kohler, WI: Career Site
The Tow Foundation is hiring a Program Lead - The Tow Foundation
The NYC Department of Buildings is hiring a Borough Enforcement Attorney - Agency Attorney L2 (Bronx Location). The Borough Enforcement Unit (BEU) is a legal code enforcement unit that prepares all criminal court cases and access warrant applications for the New York City Department of Buildings. BEU also liaises with the New York City Law Department on civil litigation and provides legal guidance to Agency personnel. Under supervision, with wide latitude for independent decision-making, the Enforcement Attorney will be assigned to at least one Borough office and work on proactive enforcement cases and projects with Borough staff, as well as other units in the Enforcement bureau or Department. Applications are due on 06/15/2025.
New York Court of Claims Judge Seth M. Marnin is accepting applications for one (1) position in the Law Clerk to Judge Series. | Judge Marnin presides in the Court of Claims, District of New York (downtown Manhattan). The Court of Claims hears cases against the State for monetary damages. Subject matter jurisdiction includes, but is not limited to, causes of action for wrongful death, personal injury, medical malpractice, labor law, contract disputes, and unjust convictions. There is no monetary cap limiting jurisdiction.
The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit is hiring a Federal Public Defender for the Northern District of New York. Microsoft Word - Extension Announcement Applications are due on June 13: Microsoft Word - Application - Extension
Aurora is hiring an Assistant General Counsel, Litigation in California.
The Yale Center for Environmental Justice is hiring a Program Manager: YCEJ Program Manager - Adobe cloud storage
The Wallace Foundation is hiring a Grants Manager | Wallace Foundation
POSTED in May 2025:
Her Justice is hiring a Director of Family and Matrimonial Practice. The application deadline is 5/30/25.
Dunnington is looking for mid-level associates in litigation and trusts and estates as well as a mid-level corporate attorney. If you are interested in the corporate role you can contact Cafechica Brenda Gill at BGill@dunnington.com.
The Center for Reproductive Rights seeks a Senior Adviser for Europe, Pro Bono Services. Based in Geneva or Brussels.
Linklaters’s Litigation, Arbitration & Investigations team is looking for an exceptional mid-level associate (class 2020- 2021 preferred) to join the New York or Washington D.C. office.
The Maine Department of Professional & Financial Regulation (and Boards) is seeking a Senior Compliance Examiner (Senior Securities Examiner).
Equal Rights Advocates is seeking a staff attorney/senior staff attorney.
Discord is seeking Senior Litigation Counsel.
The National Immigration Law Center seeks a General Counsel. | The National Immigration Law Center mission is grounded in the belief that everyone living in the U.S. - regardless of race, gender/identity, immigration status, or economic status - should have equal access to justice, resources, educational and economic opportunities that enable them to achieve their full human potential. | This position is fully remote and the salary range is $154,900-$193,600 per year.
Connecticut Legal Rights Project, Inc. seeks a staff attorney.
POSTED in April 2025:
LPL Financial seeks a VP AGC - Single Advisor Contract.
Center for Reproductive Rights seeks a U.S. Manager, Pro Bono.
Bronx House is in search of a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Shopify seeks Associate General Counsel, Regulatory.
NYCLU is seeking a Legal Director.
NYC Dept. of Buildings seeks a Deputy Director and Deputy General Counsel to manage the work of the Loft Board attorneys and support staff as they fulfill their duties.
Dunnington Bartholow & Miller is a midsize Park Avenue law firm seeking a Corporate Associate with 4-6 years of corporate law experience to join its practice. Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school is required with NY bar admission or the ability to waive into the NY bar. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in general corporate law and significant experience working on all aspects, including drafting of M&A private equity, technology agreements, and other corporate transactions, broad contract negotiation experience is also desirable and any privacy/cybersecurity, corporate governance, securities regulation or international transaction exposure is a plus. A collegial attitude and a desire to provide superior client service are imperatives. If you meet the criteria, please send your resume, cover letter, writing sample, and references to tcarter@dunnington.com
Center for Family Representation has a number of openings in various Bureaus of NYC. Bridge Associates has been engaged to help with the recruitment of two Staff Attorneys.
The Legal Aid Society has a number of job openings: Jobs - The Legal Aid Society
Democracy 2025 is hiring a Senior Attorney in DC: Job Application for Senior Attorney, Democracy 2025 at Democracy Forward
Columbia Law School is hiring an Associate Director for Programming and Advising for the Office of Judicial Careers. The Associate Director will work with students and alumni seeking judicial clerkships and internships, and will plan educational programming featuring faculty, alumni, and members of the judiciary. More information is available here.
UnidosUS seeks a Vice President, Housing & Financial Empowerment.
Advancement Project is hiring an attorney for its Power & Democracy program. Here's a link to the job posting
WWE, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), is hiring a Legal Operations Coordinator. Apply at the link above and also send your resume to Cafechica Yaneris M. Rosa at yaneris.rosa@wwe.com.
LatinoJustice seeks a Deputy General Counsel For Litigation.
The Bronx Defenders seeks a Custody Staff Attorney; a Staff Attorney; and a Supervising Attorney.
Bronx Defenders, Criminal Practice seeks a People and Culture Associate: an Immigration Practice Staff Attorney (Entry-Level); an Immigration Practice Staff Attorney; a Criminal Defense Practice Lateral Staff Attorney and an Early Defense Attorney.
The New York City Bar is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney, reporting to the Managing Attorney, who will collaborate with a team of five legal professionals to counsel independent publishers of news and journalism support organizations in the U.S. Duties include helping intake new clients; assessing their legal needs; directly providing them with legal advice and representation; communicating as needed with law firms regarding pro bono services and co-counseling clients with private practitioners; creating and conducting training sessions, templates and toolboxes, and workshops for newsrooms and operations departments of clients; and interfacing, in coordination with our development and communications teams, with private foundations, law firms, the press, and other journalism support organizations.
NYC DCWP, the General Counsel Division seeks an experienced attorney to serve in the Executive Agency Counsel / Associate General Counsel (AGC) position. Reporting to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, the AGC will be responsible for overseeing the GCD’s Affirmative and Licensing Litigation Unit, which consist of a team of lawyers who research, investigate and prosecute illegal and deceptive and business practices by individual businesses and business industries.
NYC Department of Buildings is hiring an Assistant General Counsel, Loft Board. Borough Enforcement, legal code enforcement, Attorney Level 2, Senior Sustainability Enforcement Attorney- Agency Attorney Level 3, Sustainability Counsel, Sustainability Enforcement Attorney, another Sustainability Enforcement Attorney and a Sustainability Enforcement Attorney- Agency Attorney Level 2.
NYC DCAS is seeking Deputy General Counsel for Real Estate Services posting here.