Division Chief - Tax and Bankruptcy Litigation Division

About the role

The New York City Law Department is seeking a Division Chief for its Tax and Bankruptcy Litigation Division. The Division comprises four practice areas—Tax Certiorari, Condemnation, Income and Excise Taxation, and Bankruptcy—and handles significant matters including property tax defense, eminent domain acquisitions, real estate closings, income and excise tax litigation, bankruptcy protection, and a robust appellate practice in state and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the teams and oversee the work of the Division (approximately 30 attorneys and 25 support professionals).
• Advise agencies and officials on legal and policy matters related to tax, bankruptcy, and land use.
• Defend against challenges to assessed real property values for property tax purposes.
• Acquire property by eminent domain or negotiated acquisition for public projects and infrastructure.
• Handle real estate closings for the City and address various title questions.
• Litigate income and excise tax matters before administrative tribunals and other courts.
• Protect the City's interests in bankruptcy court.
• Manage the Division's appeals and oversee its robust appellate practice in state and federal courts.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• Extensive background in handling Article 78 proceedings and plenary actions.
• High proficiency in brief writing and oral argument.
• Experience successfully leading a team of attorneys and legal support professionals handling challenging matters.
• Experience advising clients and negotiating settlements.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of the matters handled by the Tax and Bankruptcy Litigation Division.
• Commitment to public service.

Skills

• Creative problem‑solver seeking to optimize case management.
• Ability to demonstrate dedication to growing and developing the skills of the Division.
• Experience supervising a large team of attorneys in state and federal practice on high‑profile matters.

Benefits

• Eligibility for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

Pay

The position offers a salary of $228,647.00.