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Office of General Counsel Intern
Buffalo, NY Office of General Counsel Intern - Full-Time Temporary Position at Insurance Fund, State Salary Range: $21 to $25 Hourly Job Specifics: - Must have completed 2 years at an accredited law school in New York State prior to summer 2024 - Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or equivalent - Strong computer research skills and writing/editing skills - Desire to work in public service - Must be able to work full-time summer and part-time fall and spring Responsibilities: - Drafting motions, deposition preparation, and legal research and writing - Reviewing ethics inquiries and drafting appeals - Reviewing and responding to FOIL requests - Providing legal guidance to Executive Management on initiatives and business issues - Handling premium collection matters and contract procurement - Ensuring compliance with legal obligations related to ethics and financial disclosure - Appearing at Workers' Compensation Board hearings and litigating claims - Providing advice on matters involving employee conduct and collective bargaining agreements - Defense of employers in third-party suits and assisting with litigation matters - Loss transfer matters stemming from motor-vehicle accidents Benefits: - Competitive compensation - Opportunities for future career growth - Supportive and open team-based environment - Plentiful vacation, personal, and sick leave accruals - Paid state and federal holidays - Full medical, vision, and dental coverage - Retirement options - Possibility of telecommuting, flextime, and alternative work schedules Organization Overview: - Established in 1914 to provide workers' compensation insurance - Mission is to guarantee availability of workers' compensation insurance at lowest cost - Largest workers' compensation carrier in New York State - Provides disability benefits coverage for off-the-job injuries to employers - Added paid family leave in 2018 as part of disability benefits product Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: - NYSIF prioritizes and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the agency - Equal opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment - Believes in embracing differences to bring richness and new ideas to the workplace - Committed to investing in resources to improve engagement, retention, and promotion of talent Requirements: - Completed 2 years at an accredited law school in New York State - Minimum GPA of 3.0 or equivalent - Strong computer research skills and writing/editing skills - Desire to work in public service - Must be able to work full-time summer and part-time fall and spring To Apply: - Email resume, cover letter, and transcript to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - For questions about the program, email **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** |
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