Assistant Corporation Counsel, Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division
- Source: Nyc
- LAW DEPARTMENT
- $101,030 to $188,235 /yr
- Remote
- New York City
- Full-Time
- Mid level
Job Description
Assistant Corporation Counsel, Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division
- LAW DEPARTMENT
Posted on
10/01/2026
- Full-time
Location
MANHATTAN
- No exam required
Department
Comm Lit
Salary range: $101,030.00 – $188,235.00
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Job Description
The New York City Law Department is accepting applications from admitted attorneys for Assistant Corporation Counsel in our Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division. The Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division’s cases include novel and complex contractual, statutory, and constitutional issues, and some cases seek tens of millions of dollars in damages or challenge critical government decisions.
The attorney in this role will represent the City and related entities in commercial litigation and real estate matters, including delay damages and other claims under multimillion-dollar construction contracts with private companies to build or repair the City’s infrastructure, contracts for critically needed goods and services, and procurement process disputes. The position will also involve counseling City agencies regarding procurement issues, the contractual ADR process, and other matters. The Division litigates principally in state courts and before administrative tribunals, such as the Contract Dispute Resolution Board, though federal court experience is a plus.
This position provides attorneys with opportunities to develop their litigation and counseling skills. The role is particularly suited for attorneys seeking meaningful public service, particularly in litigation concerning commercial litigation matters.
Salary Information
The Law Department sets salaries for new attorneys based on their post law school legal experience, which typically aligns with their law school graduation year.
- For 0–5 years of legal experience: $87,737–$122,300
- For 5-10 years of legal experience: $122,300-137,188
- For 10-15 years of legal experience: $137,188-$159,521
- For 15-20 years of legal experience: $159,521-$180,791
- For 20+ years of legal experience: $180,791-$188,235
Candidates with highly specialized experience may qualify for salaries slightly above these ranges when a role requires such expertise or the position is considered hard to fill.
Work From Home Options
Following orientation, attorneys may elect to participate in one of two remote work programs:
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Flexible Remote Work: Allows limited, irregular work from home days.
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Citywide Pilot Program: Allows attorneys to work remotely on two set days per week, subject to Division approval and staffing needs. Participants must maintain a single designated remote work location, and in person obligations take precedence over scheduled remote days. This pilot is currently being tested across City agencies and is not yet permanent.
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Minimum Qualifications
The Commercial and Real Estate Litigation Division is dedicated to providing outstanding advocacy on behalf of the City. Accordingly, applicants must be graduates of ABA accredited law schools and have at least three years of legal experience. Applicants must also be admitted and in good standing in New York State. Candidates must possess strong legal writing and analytical skills, as well as excellent judgment and interpersonal skills.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexua…
