Senior Assistant County Attorney

Job overview

The Senior Assistant County Attorney works onsite in Auburn, NY, with a stated salary of $89,760–$111,180 per year. Cayuga County’s legal office represents the county in legal proceedings and advises county government and departments. The attorney handles legal matters, represents the county in court and administrative proceedings, and advises county officials on municipal activities and governance. The senior role also supports supervision, training, and mentoring of other attorneys and staff when needed.

What you'll do

• Serve as legal counsel to the County Legislature and department heads
• write and review contracts
• represent the County Attorney in family, county, supreme, appellate, state, federal, and administrative proceedings as assigned
• prepare case paperwork and witnesses
• research legal issues related to county activities and governance
• handle assigned legal matters and department work
• assist with employee or labor matters
• perform functions at the discretion of or in the absence of the County Attorney and Chief Assistant County Attorney
• assist with supervision, training, and mentoring of attorneys, interns, and support staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior assistant county attorney

cayuga county

auburn ny

county government

municipal law

litigation

contract review

family court

administrative hearings

legal research

attorney license

new york bar

$89,760–$111,180 per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a license to practice law in New York and at least three years of relevant legal experience; may supervise other Assistant County Attorneys in the absence of senior county counsel.

About the employer

Cayuga County New York is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.