Prosecuting Attorney Interne

Duties And Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of experienced attorneys, manage a caseload and represent the Taxi and Limousine Commission at administrative hearings, including preparing cases, examining witnesses, introducing documentary evidence, and presenting legal arguments before Administrative Law Judges, as well as negotiating settlements with respondents and/or their representatives;
• Assist Prosecuting Attorneys with Port Authority summonses issued in connection with Port Authority's airport enforcement of the impermissible solicitation regulations under Sections 19-506 and 19-507 of the New York City Administrative Code;
• Assist prosecutors with the Division's enforcement of unlicensed for-hire vehicle activity, including prosecuting vehicle seizure matters, filing civil vehicle forfeiture proceedings, and coordinating with investigative and enforcement personnel to ensure appropriate regulatory action;
• Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of cases to negotiate fair and effective plea agreements and settlements with respondents, attorneys, and other representatives;
• Interview consumer complainants and witnesses to investigate allegations, assess credibility, determine appropriate charges, and recommend case resolutions;
• Review hearing decisions, identify legal and factual issues, and draft appeals, Chair Petitions, and other post-hearing submissions when appropriate;
• Collaborate with investigators, enforcement officers, and agency staff to develop cases, analyze evidence, and advance matters involving public safety and regulatory compliance;
• Conduct legal research, analyze statutes, rules, and case law, and prepare written memoranda and recommendations on complex legal and policy issues.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited United States law school as defined in the Rules of the New York Court of Appeals (Sections 520.3 or 520.5) or admission to the New York State Bar.