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Attorney

Long Island City, NY 11101

Posted: 07/29/2026 Industry: Legal Job Number: 8114 Pay Rate: 60.00

Job Description


Our client is seeking an Attorney (Temporary) on assignment to work in its Legal Division. The hourly rate range is from $38.26 - $60.00. 


 The job requirements are indicated below.

 

Job Order Request – Attorney (Temporary):

Dept/Division: Legal

Number of temporary Employees requested: (1)

Requested Start Date: ASAP

 

Position Overview:

 

The Attorney reports to the Deputy General Counsel and is responsible for providing legal advice and recommendations regarding legal actions, strategies, and issues facing the various divisions of the Authority.  The Attorney will be responsible for negotiating, drafting, and reviewing various legal documents primarily related to constructing schools. 

 
  • Negotiate, draft and review construction license agreements, and other contracts including, Letters of Intent, Memoranda of Understanding, Contracts of Sale, Licenses, Leases and SNDAs.
  • Draft assignment and assumption agreements between the NYC Department of Education and the Authority.
  • Review zoning exhibits and other real estate related documents.


Requirements:

 
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and admitted to practice law in New York State.
  • Admitted to the NYS Bar with 3-5 years of legal experience after admission to the NYS Bar.
  • Construction/building code experience strongly preferred.  Land Use and/or Real Estate experience preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, problem solving and interpersonal skills, negotiation and drafting skills, and the ability to handle multiple assignments, and results within tight deadlines.



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Vivian Chow
Talent Acquisition Specialist

Fellow New Yorker based in Brooklyn, Vivian brings hands-on experience in full-cycle recruiting across healthcare and corporate roles. She holds a Master’s degree from NYU and is known for managing high-volume hiring, improving recruiting processes, and connecting great talent with the right opportunities.

About Us

For more than thirty years, Penda Aiken, Inc. has committed itself to serving New York State, solidifying our position as a leading talent acquisition firm in the Northeast. Our team of industry experts collaborates closely with top-tier companies and exceptional candidates, providing personalized guidance to ensure the best possible results for everyone involved.

Partnering with Penda Aiken Inc. means positioning yourself for success. We provide access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits such as healthcare and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), all delivered with personalized attention.

Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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