Municipal Law Attorney

Job Overview

A mid-sized law firm located in the Lower Hudson Valley is seeking a Municipal Law Attorney with recent and significant experience advising New York municipalities. This role involves working directly with municipal boards on a range of legal matters including legislative drafting, compliance, and governance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for public sector law, possess strong presentation skills, and have the flexibility to attend evening meetings in multiple counties. This opportunity is offered through a legal recruiting agency on behalf of the firm.

Location

• New Windsor, NY

Duties

• Represent and advise municipal boards across Orange County and surrounding areas

• Draft local laws, resolutions, and other municipal documents

• Attend and present at public and municipal board meetings, including evenings

• Provide counsel on governance, land use, compliance, and legal risk

• Collaborate with other attorneys and partners on municipal matters

• Communicate with clients, staff, vendors, and external counsel

• Support business development through community involvement and networking

• Perform other related legal duties as needed

Requirements

• Significant, recent experience in New York municipal law

• Availability for evening meetings in Orange, Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster Counties

• Strong interest in community engagement and familiarity with the Lower Hudson Valley

• Demonstrated ability to manage municipal legal matters independently

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active and in good standing with the New York State Bar

Skills

• Excellent oral communication and public presentation abilities

• High proficiency in drafting legal documents such as local laws and resolutions

• Collaborative mindset and team-oriented work ethic

• Ability to handle legal matters with minimal supervision

• Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

• 20% origination pay on net fees collected (in addition to base salary)

• 401(k) retirement plan with Safe Harbor provision

• Health, dental, and life insurance

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Paid time off and holidays

• Relocation assistance

• Employee discounts

• Professional development support and advancement opportunities (including partner track)

• Annual base salary review

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

This law firm is located in New Windsor, New York and is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the highest rating for any law firm. This firm is prominent and is a mid-sized law firm. This firm is also distinguished as a leader in providing clients with legal representation in a wide range of areas. This firm's clients include businesses, non-profit organizations, individuals, municipalities, and insurance carriers. The practice areas for this firm include real estate, estate planning, probate, and administration, business and financial transactions, litigation, municipal/local government, veterans' benefits claims and appeals, and social security disability claims and appeals.