"When pressed on what he'd do if a disagreement did arise, Banks said he'd look to act in the best interest of New Yorkers and the city at large. I look forward to representing the whole city, and I look forward to doing what I've always done when I've had clients that have different points of view: try to reconcile those points of view and ultimately represent the proper point of view under the law, Banks said."
"Steven Banks, Mayor Zohran Mamdani's choice to head the city's Law Department, promised the New York City Council at his Wednesday confirmation hearing he'd be a lawyer for the entire city not solely, or even primarily, an adviser to the mayor. Banks, who served as the city's homelessness czar under former Mayor Bill de Blasio, emphasized he plans to be readily accessible to council members and answer legal questions on bills they're looking to pass"
Steven Banks pledged to serve as Corporation Counsel for the entire city rather than solely advising the mayor. He committed to being readily accessible to City Council members and answering legal questions on bills they seek to pass. Council members, including Speaker Julie Menin, raised concerns about confidential legal advice and how Banks would handle council-mayor legal disagreements. Banks said the Law Department will work throughout the legislative drafting process with all parties to produce laws that meet council goals, serve the city's best interest and are legally sound. If disputes arise, he said he will act in the best interests of New Yorkers and the city. He stated his fidelity is to the rule of law and that he is not beholden to any institution or elected official.
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