Court Attorney - Surrogate's Court

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Principal Court Attorney that will be assigned to the Onondaga County Surrogate's Court. Principal Court Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity and are responsible for overseeing the operations of special parts, terms or departments in courts with a service population exceeding 400,000.Key Responsibilities:Overseeing and managing all guardianship filings within the Surrogate's Court.Review filings for proper form and statutory compliance.Setting and conducting guardianship calendars, hearings, and conferences.Providing legal guidance to staff regarding filing and service requirements, notice to interested parties, fiduciary eligibility, and appointments.Overseeing Article 17 and 17-A guardianship proceedings and trust matters.Reviewing wrongful death settlements and fiduciary accountings prior to submission to the judge.Organizing educational outreach programs for the local bar.Advising staff on interactions with pro se litigants.Some travel may be required.Qualifications: Admission to the New York State Bar; and Three (3) years of service in the Associate Court Attorney title; or Eight (8) years of relevant legal experience gained after admission to the New York State Bar.Base Salary: $130,061Please view the full employment announcement at: 5608.pdf