About the Department

Position is responsible for assisting the DPW Legal Counsel and Contracts Administrator in a variety of legal and administrative tasks in relation to contracts, real estate acquisition and disposal and special projects.

Position Duties

Research legal issues. Draft litigation documents, including memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs and discovery. Draft contracts and contract amendments. Assists in the planning and management of special projects. Assists the Legal Counsel and Contracts Administrator in daily duties and tasks. Assists other attorneys in the Office of Corporation Counsel as required. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications

Position is open to first, second and third year law students who are currently working toward a juris doctorate degree at an accredited law school. Preference will be given to those who can commit to working a minimum of 20 hours per week. Preference will be given to those who are interested in a career in the public sector. Working knowledge of Westlaw and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Ability to think critically and problem solve. Effective oral and written communication. Ability to prioritize multiple projects. Attention to detail.

Other Qualifications

Position is expected to work independent of supervision and autonomously to move high level projects to completion with the upmost confidentiality.