Job Bulletin 5/6/12

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Program Assistant—Environmental and Health Justice

New York Lawyers for the Public Interest
New York Lawyers for the Public Interest (NYLPI) is seeking applicants for the position of Program Assistant in its Environmental Justice (EJ) and Health Justice (HJ) Programs. NYLPI’s mission is to advance equality and civil rights, with a focus on health justice, disability rights and environmental justice, through the power of community lawyering and partnerships with the private bar. The Program Assistant will work closely with the staff and the Directors of the EJ and HJ Programs to advance the mission of both programs and the organization.
DUTIES:
·         Reports directly to the Program Directors of the EJ and HJ Programs
·         Provides administrative support to attorneys, advocates and organizers, including making travel arrangements, filing, duplicating documents, answering correspondence, arranging for payment of expenses and scheduling
·         Provides campaign and case support to attorneys, advocates, and organizers, including reviewing and proofreading documents, researching best practices, assisting with brief and document production, conducting data entry, and drafting fact sheets, press advisories and memos
·         Participates in EJ and HJ Program advocacy, including outreach, client representation and/or legislative advocacy
·         Helps to prepare funder reports
·         Assists in maintaining office referral guides and resource materials
·         Performs additional duties as requested
QUALIFICATIONS
·         Focused and personable, with a proactive attitude
·         Extremely organized and able to handle multiple tasks, with shifting priorities, efficiently and professionally
·         Must be able to work autonomously and as part of a team
·         Must be able to build strong relationships with colleagues and community partners
·         Must have strong writing, analytical and communication skills
·         Must have strong word processing skills, including proficiency in MS Office programs (Word, Excel and Outlook)
·         Bachelor’s degree required
·         Fluency in a second language desirable
NYLPI offers salary commensurate with experience plus excellent benefits.  NYLPI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and actively recruits people of color and individuals with disabilities.
Please send applications by Friday, May 25th to jobs@nylpi.org with the words:  Attention:  Program Assistant Position.  Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, and must include a cover letter, resume and three references (including daytime telephone numbers). Please mention where you saw this posting in your cover letter. To learn more about NYLPI, visit www.nylpi.org.
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2.

Job Title:General Attorney, GS-14/15 (EX)

Department:Department Of Justice

Agency:Federal Bureau of Investigation

Job Announcement Number:09-2012-0024

SALARY RANGE: $105,211.00 to $155,500.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Wednesday, May 02, 2012 to Tuesday, May 15, 2012
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0905-14/15
POSITION INFORMATION: Excepted Service – Permanent/Full-Time
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:15
DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy(s) – Washington DC Metro Area, DC, US
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: This announcement is open to all qualified U.S. citizens.This position is being advertised concurrently with Announcement Number 09-2012-0028. FBI candidates who wish to be considered on External and FBI only certificates must apply to both announcements.

Applications will not be accepted outside the area of consideration.

JOB SUMMARY:

Our Mission
To protect and defend the United States against terrorist and foreign intelligence threats, to uphold and enforce the criminal laws of the United States, and to provide leadership and criminal justice services to federal, state, municipal, and international agencies and partners.

Public Service is a public trust. For the FBI, this means that the public has committed to our care the safety of our Nation and the defense of our Constitution. To sustain that trust and to meet our resulting obligations, we must adhere strictly to our core values of: Rigorous obedience to the Constitution, Respect, Compassion, Fairness, Integrity, Accountability, and Leadership.

The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) provides legal advice to the Director, other FBI headquarters officials and divisions, 56 domestic field offices, and numerous FBI international Legats. OGC provides legal advice on a wide range of substantive areas including: national security, legislative reforms, criminal investigative law, science and technology, privacy and civil liberties, employment litigation, federal tort claims, general civil litigation, FOIA, patent law, procurement law, real estate, and administrative law. OGC coordinates with all the other members of the Intelligence Community, including principally the Department of Justice, the DNI, the NSA, and the White House. OGC also forms partnerships with other federal, state, local, and international agencies in support of FBI operations.

OGC comprises 300 attorneys and staff, located principally in Washington, D.C. OGC is composed of four branches: National Security, Investigative Law and Legal Training, General Law, and Litigation. OGC is headed by Andrew Weissmann.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is seeking an e-Discovery General Attorney responsible for the full life cycle of electronically stored information discovery in civil and criminal matters. The position requires flexibility, adaptability, creativity and experience using a variety of e-Discovery platforms. Candidates with combined litigation, information management, and technology experience and an undergraduate degree in information management systems, business information systems, and/or computer science are highly desirable.

Division: Office of the General Counsel
Unit: Discovery Coordination & Policy
Location: Washington, DC

Working Hours: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

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3.

Brooklyn, NY 

Seeking an in-house IP Attorney with specialized knowledge of FARS/government contracts.

Will be working for a small manufacturing company in Brooklyn, NY.

For more information please e-mail Philip Lau at:Philip@cryeassociates.com.

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4.

Midtown Manhattan Firm Seeks Lateral Partners/Small Group
Confidential – NEW YORK, NY
Highly regarded law firm with long term lease in prime midtown location seeks lateral partners and/or small group. We have strong real estate, corporate, litigation and trust and estates practices and are looking for similar or complimentary practices. Our cooperative work environment results in a collegiality that’s not just a buzz word its a reality. We will happily speak to anyone with some business who can demonstrate the potential for future growth. more info…

Associate
Ford & Harrison LLP – New York, NY
New York, Associate – Ford & Harrison LLP has an opening for a 3-5 year associate in its New York office. All candidates should have a background in labor and employment law, litigation experience, good academic credentials and strong writing skills. Ford & Harrison is a national labor and employment firm with approximately 200 lawyers in offices throughout the country. more info…

Associate
Ford & Harrison LLP – New York, NY
Good academic credentials and strong writing skills. Ford & Harrison is a national labor and employment firm with approximately 200 lawyers in offices throughout the country.& Harrison LLP has an opening for a 3-5 year associate in its New York office. All candidates should have a background in labor and employment law. more info…

Junior Associate Position
The Nelson Law Firm, LLC – White Plains, NY
The Nelson Law Firm is currently seeking an attorney with one to three years of experience. The position will include working closely with all attorneys on drafting legal documents and memoranda, legal research and advising clients on a myriad of corporate and securities law issues. Our practice also includes some commercial litigation. more info…

NYC Construction/Labor Law 240 Associate
Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP – New York City, NY
We are seeking a Construction/Labor Law 240 Associate to work in our New York, NY office. Must possess 3-6 years of Construction/Labor Law 240 Claims experience. more info…

Complex Litigation Attorney
The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. – New York, NY
Complex Litigation Attorney Unique In-house opportunity for an experienced trial attorney seeking to focus on complex litigation without the challenges associated with private practice. This lead trial attorney position for complex litigation will be part of a unique team responsible for providing top quality representation to Hartford insureds in litigated matters. more info…

Associate
Ford & Harrison LLP – Short Hills, NJ
Ford & Harrison LLP has an opening for an associate in its Short Hills, New Jersey office. All candidates should have 3-5 years of labor and employment litigation practice, good academic credentials and strong writing skills. Ford & Harrison is a national labor and employment firm with close to 200 lawyers in offices throughout the country. more info…

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5.

NYC Doc Review Project Manager

 An international LPO seeking an experienced Document Review Project Manager for a 6 month assignment. Must have experience with document review in Relativity.

You will be managing a team of approximately 15 reviewers on-site at the NYC law firm client, as well as traveling to India to assist in the management of the project offshore.

The candidate must be willing to travel approximately twice to India for several weeks at a time. All costs will be covered by my client.

For more information, please email me at jsacks@peaklitsupport.com

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6.

Doc Review – 2-3 Reviewers Candidates with patent experience  on-line technology security issues helpful; 40 hours a week,

4-6 weeks duration,

payrate $32/hr.   

NY State Barred a must. 
Best Regards,
Sara Kim
Sr. Director of Legal Recruiting
Tel: (212) 265-1400 x206
Fax: (212) 265-1441
skim@yorkson.com
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7.

 Community Organizer


Organization: Welcoming Long Island, an initiative of Long Island Wins



Organizational Profile

Long Island Wins is a non-profit organization that works to promote immigration solutions that work for everyone, rooted in respect and dignity for all.
Job Responsibilities
*Coordinate educational and community-building activities to create a more welcoming environment and stronger community
*Develop volunteer welcoming committees and foster leadership within those committees
*Work with the faith-based community to help facilitate dialogue about immigration within congregations
*Create media materials to promote the initiative, including press releases, photos, and videos
*Track progress of Welcoming Long Island and maintain good contact with Long Island Wins and Welcoming America, the national affiliate of the initiative



Qualifications
*Experience in community organizing (paid and volunteer)
*Creative approach to problem solving, including analytic, strategic, and planning skills
*Ability to travel on Long Island, including a reliable car
*Ability to work evenings and weekends
*Effective public speaking skills
*Basic computer skills and a willingness to expand your skill set
*Preferred: Spanish-language skills, spoken and written
Salary and Benefits
The salary is competitive with other non-profits and includes health and dental benefits

Please email a cover letter and resume to Lisa DeBourg at jobs@longislandwins.com.

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8.

Weill Cornell Medical College/Cornell University

Associate University Counsel
Cornell University’s Office of University Counsel is seeking an experienced health care lawyer at its branch office at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City. Principal assignments: legal advice and counsel on a wide range of health law, physician and corporate issues, including structuring medical/business transactions, Medicare/Medicade regulations, managed care contracting, regulatory compliance, physician employment, clinical research and related issues. Must have at least 5+ years health law experience, preferably in a major law firm or large health care provider. Additional related experience in complex commercial transactions is preferred.

Must be admitted or eligible for admission to the New York State Bar. The position requires a candidate with excellent communication and writing skills, a commitment to excellence and have the ability to thrive in a fast paced-environment. The candidate must have a demonstrated ability to work with and communicate in disparate client groups and superior academic credentials. Weill Cornell Medical College offers a stimulating work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits package including employee and child tuition reimbursment.

Please apply for this position through our on-line application system: http://weillcornell.edu/hr Please refer to Job Number 17380

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