Mayor thanks Corporation Counsel Sarah Levine for her work to rebuild the law department
Mayor James Solomon today announced that Corporation Counsel Sarah Levine will transition out of the administration to pursue new opportunities. The City will begin a search for her successor, and Levine will remain with the City to support the Law Department and ensure an orderly transition.
During Levine’s tenure as Corporation Counsel, she helped strengthen the city’s Law Department while leading major litigation and legal initiatives on behalf of Jersey City. She submitted her resignation letter today.
Among Levine’s accomplishments, she led the City’s legal response to litigation brought by the U.S. Department of Justice challenging Jersey City’s sanctuary policies. The case was part of broader litigation involving four New Jersey municipalities, and a federal judge ultimately ruled that the Department of Justice lacked standing to challenge the cities’ policies.
Levine also led the City’s legal response to the proposed closure of Christ Hospital, filing emergency injunctive relief to prevent the hospital from closing in violation of state law.
“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve my hometown,” said Jersey City Corporation Counsel Sarah Levine. “It was a privilege to serve alongside the talented, dedicated professionals in the Law Department. I look forward to partnering with the administration to ensure an orderly transition that will set the Law Department and Jersey City residents up for success.”
The City will launch a search for its next Corporation Counsel, with the administration focused on finding the right leader to build on the progress made in the Law Department and manage the City’s legal needs.
“Sarah has made meaningful contributions to Jersey City, and I’m grateful for her service,” said Mayor James Solomon. “She strengthened our Law Department and took on some of the City’s most important legal challenges. This is a critical role, and as we transition, our focus will be on finding the right leader to build on that progress and continue moving Jersey City forward. Sarah will remain on to support her team and ensure a smooth transition.”
Mayor Solomon will name an acting Corporation Counsel in the coming weeks as part of the transition. Those interested in employment opportunities with the City of Jersey City can learn more by visiting https://www.jerseycitynj.gov/
