Assistant General Counsel III – Appeals, Torts

Assistant General Counsel III – Appeals, Torts

First Date of Posting : 7 / 10 / 2025

Last Date of Filing : Until Filled

Authority : NYCT

Department : Law

Division / Unit : Torts

Reports to : Deputy Executive Assistant General Counsel – Appeals

Work Location : 130 Livingston St. Brooklyn

Hours of Work : As Required

Summary

The Assistant General Counsel III handles complex, high exposure appeals and other litigation matters. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in managing the appellate practice unit, which handles appellate and insurance coverage litigation brought in state and federal trial, and appellate courts related to tort claims involving MTA agencies. The incumbent will have a very high level of expertise in all phases of tort litigation and appellate practice, as well as extensive knowledge of Federal, State and local laws. The selected candidate will also be responsible for helping design and implement curriculum that will acclimate employees to case management and work managed in the torts division as well as provide continued professional development and instruction to in‑house attorneys and outside counsel based on the latest procedural and substantive developments in the law.

Compensation

$174,000-$179,000

Responsibilities

• Support the Deputy Executive Assistant General Counsel – Appeals in managing the tort appeals unit which handles cases and issues that significantly impact the MTA agencies’ financial exposure, public relations, policies and procedures and establishes legal precedent affecting not only the specific case defended but future cases brought against MTA agencies.
• Directly handle, and oversee in‑house attorneys and outside counsel that handle, complex, high exposure appeals, and other litigation matters brought against MTA agencies in state and federal trial and appellate courts, including cases brought under New York’s Labor Law sections 240 and 241(6), insurance coverage and indemnification matters.
• Critically analyze torts cases and develop, implement and oversee defense strategies during all phases of litigation designed to achieve the most favorable and cost‑effective resolution of lawsuits and claims, in conformance with the most current legal precedent and ethical considerations.
• Develop and implement curriculum designed to acclimate attorneys and non‑attorneys to the tort unit’s case management procedures and litigation practices, and to provide continued professional development based on current legal trends to ensure consistent and uniform defense strategies designed to achieve predictable and cost‑effective outcomes.
• Select, develop and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline / termination of employees when necessary. Review performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

A law degree and admission to the Bar of the State of New York

Minimum 10 years of progressively independent litigation experience after admission to the Bar defending significant, a minimum of six (6) years of managerial / supervisory experience and a minimum of four (4) years of significant and specialized appellate court experience, preferably in tort and governmental liability.

PREFERRED

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

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