Attorney jobs in Akron, NY
Attorney is responsible for using specialized knowledge of national, state, and/or local laws to advise and represent clients and organizations in criminal or civil proceedings and other legal matters. Provides legal advice and counsel in support of business activities and transactions. Being an Attorney researches and interprets existing laws and regulations and anticipated changes to laws to guide informed decisions and reduce risk. Prepares and reviews various agreements, contracts, and other legal documents. Additionally, Attorney represents the organization in litigation, negotiations, and other matters where legal counsel is required. May have a billable hours requirement. Requires a JD. Requires State Bar membership. Typically reports to a manager. The Attorney work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be an Attorney typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (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.
- 18 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...
- 19 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...
- 7 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...
- 17 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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About Akron, New York
Akron is a village in Erie County, New York, United States. The population was 2,868 at the 2010 census. The name derives from the Greek word ἄκρον signifying a summit or high point. It is part of the Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Akron is located in the town of Newstead on the west and north slopes of a hill. NY 93 passes through the village.
Akron is located at 43°1′10″N 78°29′41″W / 43.01944°N 78.49472°W / 43.01944; -78.49472 (43.019309, -78.494644). The village is northeast of Buffalo.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 2...
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Income Estimation for Attorney jobs
$87,395 to $122,226
Akron, New York area prices
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