Managing Attorney jobs in Niagara Falls, NY
Managing Attorney is responsible for managing the daily operations of a law firm or an organization's legal department. Provides leadership and participates in the most complex legal actions. Being a Managing Attorney directs law office operations, case assignments, and staffing. Oversees the activities and work products of subordinate attorneys. Additionally, Managing Attorney monitors case status, timelines, and issues. Mentors and coaches attorneys and implements staff professional development programs. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar membership. Typically reports to top legal executive. The Managing Attorney manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Managing Attorney typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Supervising Attorney: Lead Investigations, Prosecute Fraud (3645)
- Attorney General, Office of the
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Buffalo, NY
FULL_TIME
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Qualifications:
- A minimum of ten (10) years of practice experience, including substantial grand jury and trial experience. Preferably this includes the investigation and prosecution of financial crimes, as well as experience in town and village justice courts in Western New York. Experience with parallel proceedings and/or civil litigation is a plus;
- At least 3 years of experience successfully supervising and leading attorneys and support staff;
- Demonstrated ability to foster effective collaboration and teamwork, and a collegial and productive work environment;
- Excellent analytical, communication, writing, legal research, and organizational skills;
- Sound judgment with the ability to work equally well independently or as productive and collaborative member of a team;
- Technology proficiency that includes knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office applications and case management and eDiscovery platforms;
- Frequent travel in Western New York is required for the Unit’s investigations, court appearances, and outreach efforts;
- Experience working with multiple agencies and partners in the community is a plus; and
- Experience drafting and overseeing the execution of search and eavesdropping warrants is also a plus.
Duties DescriptionThe Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) is seeking an attorney with substantial investigatory experience to lead the Buffalo Regional Office, which serves eight counties in Western New York. This position reports to the Director and Deputy of the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit and is based in Buffalo.
The scope of MFCU’s mission includes the following:
- Working in coordination with other state, federal, or local government prosecutorial agencies and utilizing the New York State Penal Law, the False Claims Act, Social Services Law §145-b, and the Executive Law to investigate, prosecute, and obtain criminal and civil remedies against individuals and corporate entities responsible for improper or fraudulent Medicaid billing schemes. Many of the Unit’s matters have resulted in criminal convictions and revenue-generation through the large-scale recovery of taxpayer money;
- Investigating and prosecuting allegations of abuse and neglect of residents in nursing homes and other residential healthcare facilities. The importance of this work is highlighted in the OAG’s report concerning neglect of nursing home residents across New York State during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the recent filing of four major lawsuits against nursing homes, including Centers Health Care, Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, The Villages of Orleans Health and Rehabilitation Center and Fulton Commons Care Center, Inc.;
- Additional recent significant cases include the conviction of an optician for billing Medicaid for services not provided, a $2 million settlement with a doctor for illegal Medicaid billing practices and the conviction of a taxi company, its owner, and four employees for fraudulently billing Medicaid for “ghost rides” ; and
- Making program integrity recommendations to ensure New York’s $92 billion Medicaid budget serves millions of New Yorkers as intended by law.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Managing Buffalo’s team of 20 employees in service of the Unit’s mission, including facilitating collaboration, reviewing their work, and supporting their professional development;
- Consulting and working collaboratively with the MFCU Executive team in New York City, the Chief of the Civil Enforcement Division, six other MFCU Regional Directors, and supervising auditors and detectives to enhance the Unit’s ability to utilize resources efficiently and effectively in support of its mission, particularly when these initiatives have a multi-region impact;
- Overseeing investigative planning of multi-disciplinary teams as well as leading collaborative team-based investigations of allegations of financial fraud in healthcare and of abuse and neglect of residents of healthcare facilities;
- Presenting evidence to grand juries and conducting evidentiary hearings and trials in New York State courts;
- Preparing and reviewing charging instruments, memoranda recommending charges, plea agreements, search warrants, indictments, civil complaints, civil settlement agreements, and other MFCU materials;
- Investigating and efficiently moving an individual caseload and supervising matters assigned to Region teams; and
- Serving as the Unit’s primary point of contact for interagency and community relationships in the greater Buffalo area.
Additional CommentsThe salary range for this position is $151,487 - $173,368. The final salary will be set after a complete evaluation of the selected candidate’s qualifications. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.
- 20 Days Ago
Regional Director/Supervising Attorney
- New York State Office of the Attorney General
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Buffalo, NY
FULL_TIME
- Division of Criminal Justice Medicaid Fraud Control Unit—Buffalo Region Regional Director/Supervising Attorney Reference No. MFCU_BUF_RD_3645 Application Deadline is February 9, 2024 Management/Leader...
- 21 Days Ago
Assistant Attorney General for Claims
- New York State Office of the Attorney General
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Buffalo, NY
FULL_TIME
- Division of Regional Affairs Buffalo Regional Office Assistant Attorney General Reference No. BUF_AAG/CLAIMS_3590 Application Deadline is July 28, 2023 The Office of the New York State Attorney Genera...
- 9 Days Ago
Attorney
- CannonDesign
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Buffalo, NY
FULL_TIME
- CannonDesign has an exciting opportunity for an Attorney based in our downtown Buffalo, NY office. If your skills and experience are a match for the position described below, we’d love to hear from yo...
- 19 Days Ago
Attorney
- Eightfold
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Buffalo, NY
FULL_TIME
- Growing nonprofit firm is seeking a Staff Attorney for their Housing Division. This is a full-time, direct hire opening that offers a competitive salary (based on a pre-determined salary scale that is...
- 1 Month Ago
Attorney
- Tully Rinckey PLLC
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Buffalo, NY
FULL_TIME
- Our client is seeking Attorneys of all levels admitted to the New York Bar. Responsibilities include (depending on experience):Appearing in court, legal research & writing, drafting motions, discovery...
- 1 Month Ago
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Senior Corporate Attorney
- Allient Inc.
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Buffalo, NY
- Allient Inc. is in growth mode and currently seeking a Senior Corporate Attorney to join our team! Allient Inc. is a glo...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate
- Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan Llp
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Buffalo, NY
- Job Title: Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate Role: Associate in Medical Malpractice/Long-Term Care Expertise 1-4 ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Attorney
- Tiveron Law Pllc
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East Amherst, NY
- Tiveron Law is seeking experienced Attorneys to join our ever-growing and thriving team in providing legal services in a...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Attorney - Housing
- Neighborhood Legal Services Inc
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Buffalo, NY
- Job Description Job Description Housing Staff Attorney Organization Overview Neighborhood Legal Services (NLS) is the la...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate
- Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP
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Buffalo, NY
- Job Title: Junior to Mid-Level Litigation Associate Role: Associate in Medical Malpractice/Long-Term Care Expertise: 1-4...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Immigration Paralegal
- Berardi Immigration Law
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Buffalo, NY
- Company Description Berardi Immigration Law is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their American dream. With a foc...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Catastrophe Property Adjuster *MULTIPLE REMOTE LOCATIONS*
- Erie Insurance
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Buffalo, NY
- Division or Field Office: Claims Division Department of Position: Catastrophe Operations Dept Work from: Home, within ER...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Corporate Attorney
- Allient Inc.
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Buffalo, NY
- Allient Inc. is in growth mode and currently seeking a Senior Corporate Attorney to join our team! Allient Inc. is a glo...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Niagara Falls, New York
Niagara Falls (/naɪˈæɡərə/ ny-AG-ər-ə) is a city in Niagara County, New York, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 50,193, down from the 55,593 recorded in the 2000 census. It is adjacent to the Niagara River, across from the city of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and named after the famed Niagara Falls which they share. The city is within the Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area and the Western New York region.
While the city was formerly occupied by Native Americans, Europeans who migrated to the Niagara Falls in the mid-17th century began to open ...
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Income Estimation for Managing Attorney jobs
$178,251 to $245,487
Niagara Falls, New York area prices
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What does a Managing Attorney do?
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Managing Attorney in Cheyenne, WY
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