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Assistant Counsel

Albany, NY · On-site

$100K - $126K/yr

Duties Description Under the direction of the Counsel to the Tribunal: Research and analyze legal issues relating to New York State and federal tax laws, including sales and use tax, personal income ...

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Assistant Counsel

Albany, NY · On-site

$100K - $126K/yr

Duties Description Under the direction of the Counsel to the Tribunal: • Research and analyze legal issues relating to New York State and federal tax laws, including sales and use tax, personal ...

Assistant General Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... administrative tribunal, holding more than 250,000 trials and hearings a year. As the City ... The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) provides legal services and guidance to executive agency ...

Assistant General Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... administrative tribunal, holding more than 250,000 trials and hearings a year. As the City ... The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) provides legal services and guidance to executive agency ...

Assistant General Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... administrative tribunal, holding more than 250,000 trials and hearings a year. As the City ... The Assistant General Counsel for Litigation shall be a member of the Office of General Counsel ...

Staff Counsel will be responsible for initiating, investigating, and litigating cases at the New ... tribunal and state court; - Draft and negotiate settlement agreements of enforcement proceedings ...

Staff Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

The Staff Counsel will be responsible for initiating, investigating, and litigating cutting edge ... tribunal and state court; - Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements of enforcement ...

The Staff Counsel will be responsible for initiating, investigating, and litigating cutting edge ... tribunal and state court; - Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements of enforcement ...

Staff Counsel will be responsible for initiating, investigating, and litigating cases at the New ... tribunal and state court; - Draft and negotiate settlement agreements of enforcement proceedings ...

Staff Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Staff Counsel will be responsible for initiating, investigating, and litigating cases at the New ... tribunal and state court; -Draft and negotiate settlement agreements of enforcement proceedings ...

Legal Counsel

Waltham, MA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Supports the organization's medical malpractice tribunal responsibilities by advising on applicable legal requirements, improving administrative processes, and coordinating with outside counsel and ...

Legal Counsel

Waltham, MA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Supports the organization's medical malpractice tribunal responsibilities by advising on applicable legal requirements, improving administrative processes, and coordinating with outside counsel and ...

The Staff Counsel will be responsible for initiating, investigating, and litigating cutting edge ... tribunal and state court; - Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements of enforcement ...

Legal Counsel

Waltham, MA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Supports the organization's medical malpractice tribunal responsibilities by advising on applicable legal requirements, improving administrative processes, and coordinating with outside counsel and ...

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How much do tribunal counsel jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for tribunal counsel in the United States is $139,438.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $197,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Tribunal Counsel vs Administrative Law Judge?

AspectTribunal CounselAdministrative Law Judge
CredentialsLaw degree, bar admission, legal experienceLaw degree, bar admission, legal experience
Work EnvironmentLegal advisor within tribunals, providing legal guidancePresides over hearings, makes legal rulings
Employer & IndustryGovernment tribunals, administrative agenciesFederal or state agencies, courts
Primary RoleAdvising tribunal panels, legal researchDeciding cases, conducting hearings

Tribunal Counsel and Administrative Law Judges both require legal credentials and work within government settings. Tribunal Counsel primarily provides legal advice to tribunal panels, while Administrative Law Judges preside over hearings and issue rulings. Their roles complement each other within the administrative law process, but they serve different functions in tribunal proceedings.

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Assistant Counsel

Albany, NY • On-site

New York State
Public Administration • 10K+ employees

$100K - $126K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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New York State rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 189 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Duties Description Under the direction of the Counsel to the Tribunal: Research and analyze legal issues relating to New York State and federal tax laws, including sales and use tax, personal income tax, corporate franchise tax and other miscellaneous taxes. Review and analyze hearing records and other documents, and draft preliminary decisions for consideration and issuance by the Tribunal. Proofread draft decisions for substance and style.

Assist the Tribunal in preparing for Oral Argument. Assist with the drafting, proposing and promulgating of departmental regulations. Manage drafting schedule of pending decisions with Counsel's office staff.

Brief the Counsel and Commissioners about relevant legal events and issues. Monitor Executive Orders for agency compliance. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar.

Two years of post-Bar legal experience. Experience in New York and/or federal tax laws is strongly preferred. Excellent legal research and writing skills and the ability to draft preliminary decisions.

Knowledge of the New York State and federal tax laws, regulations and related case law. Knowledge of the New York State administrative hearings process and procedures. Ability to analyze complex statutes, regulations and case law and communicate clearly.

Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines effectively. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Additional Comments The NYS Tax Appeals Tribunal (Tribunal) is seeking candidates for an Assistant Counsel position.

The Tribunal is the appellate level of the Division of Tax Appeals, New York State's quasi-judicial administrative agency charged with resolving formal disputes between taxpayers and the Department of Taxation and Finance. The Assistant Counsel position is a full-time, permanent position in the Exempt jurisdictional class, which reports to the Counsel to the Tribunal. Under the direction of the Counsel, the Assistant Counsel researches and analyzes complex legal issues and questions raised in Tribunal proceedings.

The Assistant Counsel is responsible for drafting preliminary decisions for consideration by the Tribunal, preparing possible questions for oral arguments, preparing confidential legal memoranda, and performing such other legal tasks as may be assigned by the Counsel. This position requires: knowledge of the New York State and/or federal tax laws; the ability to organize, analyze and interpret legal issues; the ability to write clearly and concisely and to maintain strict confidentiality. Telecommuting up to 40% is permitted after completion of probation and with supervisor's approval.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide their current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply

DTA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to resumes@dta.ny.gov. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity

Position is Equated to a Grade 25 Salary. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.


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