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The Public Information Unit in NYCHAs Law Department works closely with internal business partners to respond to requests for documents and information from members of the public, the media, litigants, and federal, state, and local agencies. Collaborative research, records review, and factual investigation form the core of the units work.Under general direction with wide latitude for decision making, the Agency Attorney will be reporting to the Chief of Public Information and Chief Records Officer with supervisory responsibilities of two administrative staff members (a Clerical and a Community Associate). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:- Provide legal review and advice for the Public Information team as they prepare to produce records in response to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests, subpoenas, investigations, and other inquiries.- Perform sophisticated legal research and analysis in the areas of document disclosure, privilege, and records management.- Provide legal advice to business units in their collections of data in response to requests, including performing review for privilege, confidentiality, and other legal issues.- Develop a deep understanding of complex FOIL matters by reviewing and drafting appeal responses.- Communicate with outside parties to address any issues or questions related to third-party subpoenas.- Conduct motion practice and attend court hearings as needed to respond to third-party subpoenas.- Develop new processes and supervise staff to ensure timely compliance of third-party subpoenas.Note: The selected candidate will be required to maintain confidentiality regarding all NYCHA proceedings.Additional Information1. Resume and cover letter must also include bar admission date(s) (month and year). Candidates must also provide two writing samples representing the candidates efforts, not those of a reviewer; three references, listing their professional association and the circumstances under which they became familiar with the candidates professional skills; a copy of law school transcript; current and/or minimum salary requirements.2. NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotion, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).3. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.4. NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees Retirement System (NYCERS).Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.