The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
Duties include but are not limited to: review allegations of misconduct by attorneys, organizing and supervising investigations, examining respondent attorneys and witnesses, preparing written reports and presenting cases before the Attorney DisciplinaryCommittees, preparing petitions charging professional misconduct, conducting evidentiaryhearings before Judicial Hearing Officers, researching legal issues and preparing motions and legal memoranda, arguing motions and appeals before the Appellate Division, and lecturing regularly at Continuing Legal Education seminars on ethics. More...
The Appellate Division, Fourth Department, is soliciting interest for the position of Court Examiner. Court Examiners are appointed for each county on an annual basis to assist with the Court’s oversight requirements with respect to guardianships within the Fourth Department established pursuant to Mental Hygiene Law article 81. Appointed Court Examiners will be required to engage in training and qualify under Part 36 of the Rules of the Chief Judge. The duties of the Court Examiner include reviewing initial and annual reports of guardians of the person and property, including the review of bank statements and other financial documents; preparing a Court Examiner’s report with respect to each guardianship report, to be filed with the county clerk and the Appellate Division; maintaining communication with guardians to assist with their duties and ensure compliance; communicating with the trial court regarding lack of compliance, and engaging in motion practice, when necessary, to compel compliance; and performing other duties as the Presiding Justice may direct. A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the New York State bar are required. A compensation schedule for the review of reports can be found in the Rules of the Appellate Division, Fourth Department (see 22 NYCRR 1015.16). To express interest, please send a letter and resume outlining work history, relevant experience, and the reason for your interest to ad4-court-examiners@nycourts.gov. Prior experience with Mental Hygiene Law article 81 is preferred, but not required. For more information, please contact Mary Ann Krisa, Esq. at 585.530.3207 or by email, mckrisa@nycourts.gov. More...
ASSIGNMENT: This position will provide representation of the mentally ill, developmentally disabled, and prisoners who are facing civil commitment. Duties include but are not limited to: presenting cases before administrative tribunals and courts; researching and analyzing legal questions and issues and preparing confidential reports, memoranda, legal papers and briefs; interviewing litigants, witnesses and other parties to administrative and judicial proceedings, all dealing with mentally disabled clients; and drafting correspondence related to case inquiries. Extensive travel without reliance on public carriers is necessary for this position. GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time: 1 . More...
ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 54504 THE APPELLATE DIVISION, FOURTH JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT IS RECRUITING FOR ONE (1) POSITION IN THE MHLS CASE ANALYST SERIES. THE POSITION FILLED WILL BE IN EITHER OF THE FOLLOWING TITLES AND THE TITLE UTILIZED WILL DEPEND, IN PART, ON THE QUALIFICATIONS OF THE APPLICANT SELECTED. APPLICANTS SHOULD SPECIFY THE POSITION TITLE OR TITLES FOR WHICH THEY WISH TO BE CONSIDERED. POSITION TITLE: MHLS ASSOCIATE CASE ANALYST JG: 23 BASE SALARY: $82,198 QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years of service in MHLS Senior Case Analyst title; or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and Six (6) years of satisfactory full-time experience in social work or a related field with a social services agency, hospital, psychiatric facility, law office, or similar setting; or Master's Degree in social work or a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of satisfactory full-time experience in social work or a related field with a social services agency, hospital, psychiatric facility, law office or similar setting; or An equivalent combination of education and experience. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: With substantial independence from supervision, MHLS Associate Case Analysts work in the Mental Hygiene Legal Service, an agency dedicated to safeguarding the rights of individuals with mental or developmental disabilities. They are responsible for managing a large volume of clients and cases that involve the most complex issues such as end-of-life decision making, guardianships with complicated matters related to personal needs and property management, cases with many competing interests and additional special assignments. MHLS Associate Case Analysts interview clients, conduct investigations, attend case conferences and administrative proceedings, prepare written reports and assist attorneys with case preparation. They serve in a confidential capacity and refer matters to MHLS attorneys as required. MHLS Associate Case Analysts may also provide other advocacy services and perform related administrative duties. POSITION TITLE: MHLS SENIOR CASE ANALYST JG: 21 BASE SALARY: $73,897 QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years of service in MHLS Case Analyst title; or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and Four (4) years of satisfactory full-time experience in social work or a related field with a social services agency, hospital, psychiatric facility, law office, or similar setting; or Master's Degree in social work or a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of satisfactory full-time experience in social work or a related field with a social services agency, hospital, psychiatric facility, law office, or similar setting; or An equivalent combination of education and experience. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Under supervision of an attorney, MHLS Senior Case Analysts work in the Mental Hygiene Legal Service, an agency dedicated to safeguarding the rights of individuals with mental or developmental disabilities. They serve in a confidential capacity and are responsible for conducting investigations, interviewing clients, attending case conferences and administrative proceedings, preparing written reports and assisting attorneys with case preparation. MHLS Senior Case Analysts independently analyze a large variety of routine cases and client concerns, and refer matters to MHLS attorneys as required. Under the direction of an attorney, they manage cases that present unique and complex issues. MHLS Senior Case Analysts may also provide other advocacy services and perform related administrative duties. LOCATION: APPELLATE DIVISION, FOURTH JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT MENTAL HYGIENE LEGAL SERVICE, BUFFALO, NY CLASSIFICATION: NON-COMPETITIVE/CONFIDENTIAL ASSIGNMENT: This position covers the Buffalo District Office and surrounding counties. Duties include interviewing clients; research cases pursuant to Article 81, Article 9 and Article 10 as well as Article 17a; provide analysis for end of-life, guardianships and cases with competing interests; may train MHLS Case Analysts and assists in developing in-service training programs. Extensive travel without reliance on public carriers is necessary for this position. Familiarity with statistical analysis is desirable. New York State Licensed Social Worker is preferred. GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to one of these titles. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time: 1 . APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) and a cover letter and resume by email to mljones@nycourts.gov or by mail to: Mary L. Jones, Human Resources Appellate Division, Fourth Department M. Dolores Denman Courthouse 50 East Avenue, Suite 200 Rochester, NY 14604 APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM POSTING DATE: February 4, 2025 APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: March 4, 2025 More...
All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form and a resume to the address listed in the job announcement.
The Supreme Court of the Appellate Division, Fourth Judicial Department hears appeals from the state's trial courts located in the 22 Central and Western New York counties assigned to the Fifth, Seventh, and Eighth Judicial Districts.
The Appellate Division was created by the Constitution of 1894, is divided into four Judicial Departments, and has the power to review issues of both law and fact in civil and criminal matters.
Decisions of the Appellate Division are appealable to the New York State Court of Appeals, but the vast majority of appellate practice occurs at the Appellate Division level.
If you are considering a public service career, the New York State Unified Court System (court system) offers varied and rewarding career options, competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Once employed by the court system, you will also find many opportunities to advance your career.
The fundamental mission of the court system is to promote the rule of law and to serve the public by providing just and timely resolution of all matters before the courts. Integral to accomplishing its mission are the 16,000 dedicated Judges and non-judicial employees. As a team, they ensure the successful operation of the courts and deliver outstanding service to the public in one of the busiest court systems in the world.
Throughout New York State, court employees work in many interesting positions providing administrative and operational support in courtrooms and support offices in fields such as security, interpreting, reporting and legal and social services. Outside the courtroom setting, court employees provide professional support in fields such as technology, human resources, finance and management.