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Assistant General Counsel

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  • Syracuse, NY
January 26, 2024 Attorney

Job Description

Job Description
The Syracuse University Office of University Counsel seeks to hire an Assistant General Counsel who will work primarily in the areas of Litigation, Employment and Labor. The Assistant General Counsel will provide comprehensive legal services and guidance to the University on various matters including litigation, administrative proceedings, employment and labor relations, and other duties as assigned. This position reports to the Deputy General Counsel and collaborates with the University’s Associate General Counsels.

Responsibilities
Assist with responding to filed litigation and disputes in which the University is a party, including civil suits, labor arbitrations and other administrative proceedings ( NYS Division of Human Rights, US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Offices of Civil Rights, etc.); involves coordinating with outside counsel; overseeing discovery and disclosure; assisting with drafting briefs, answers, other response documents; preparing witnesses for depositions, trials and administrative hearings; and evaluating and negotiating settlements. Conduct legal research as assigned or requested to guide institutional, school, college and unit decision-making, and to support policy development or revision. Independently prepare correspondence, memoranda, presentations, reports, legal briefs, policy revisions, and other documents according to University policies and procedures, legal requirements, and high professional standards. Assist with advising offices on campus responsible for responding to student, faculty, and staff complaints, including discrimination, harassment, and other misconduct complaints, regarding legal and policy requirements. Direct, conduct, or assist with internal investigations. Perform additional job-related duties as assigned or as appropriate.

Qualifications
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA -accredited law school Admitted to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission within six months. 2 plus years of legal experience as a practicing litigation attorney, preferably with some emphasis on employment



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