Attorney-in-Charge Litigation Support

12-12 yrs required

Full-time

No

Organization: The Legal Aid Society
Job Title: Attorney-in-Charge Litigation Support
Experience: Minimum of 12 years as an attorney, 5 years in a supervisory role
Salary: $175,000 - $195,000
Location: New York, NY

H1: Attorney-in-Charge Litigation Support - Lead and Manage Litigation Technologies for Criminal Defense Practice in New York
H2: Join the Nation's Largest and Oldest Provider of Social Justice Legal Services

The Legal Aid Society is seeking a dynamic and experienced Attorney-in-Charge of Litigation Support for their Criminal Defense Practice in New York. This leadership role reports to the Chief Attorney and involves managing and implementing litigation technologies, best practices, and policies to support the practice's mission of providing holistic representation to clients. This person will directly supervise the Discovery Unit and Research Director, and work with other practice leaders to ensure efficient and effective processes and tools are available for client representation.

The Legal Aid Society is a renowned organization committed to social justice and providing legal services to those in need. The Criminal Defense Practice is the citywide public defender in New York City, serving over 150,000 people annually through trial and appellate litigation, parole revocation defense, and policy and systemic advocacy.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage the Discovery Unit and Research Unit to support the Trial, Post Conviction, and Law Reforms and Policy Divisions within the Criminal Defense Practice
- Represent the Practice and clients at stakeholder meetings to discuss discovery, data collection, court processes, and related topics
- Partner with the CITO, COO, and Deputy COO to streamline workflow and achieve goals and objectives
- Develop and implement best practices and policies for the use of litigation technologies to effectively represent clients and advocate for marginalized communities
- Support and implement updates and tailored functionalities for case management and eDiscovery systems
- Ensure high-quality litigation resources and tools are available to all staff for holistic client representation
- Develop data auditing procedures and provide training initiatives to modernize legal practices and utilize new information technology platforms
- Provide in-service training on new technologies and resources for all staff and volunteers

Team Development and Supervision:

- Mentor, coach, and supervise direct reports, including setting performance standards and providing professional development opportunities
- Manage the annual budget and approve purchases as needed
- Attend management meetings and stay current on employment policies and practices
- Stay updated on the practice of direct client representation to make informed decisions regarding litigation technologies and resources
- Promote equity and inclusion in the workplace through management and supervision practices

Professional Development:

- Participate in continuous professional development opportunities
- Demonstrate inclusive behaviors and continuously learn about bias in the workplace

Requirements:

- Admission to the New York State Bar
- Minimum of 12 years experience as an attorney, with experience in law reform litigation, policy advocacy, and criminal trial or appellate work
- Minimum of 5 years experience in a supervisory and leadership role, including managing staff and contributing to professional development
- Experience working with case management and eDiscovery information technology platforms
- Proficiency in utilizing and supporting the deployment of new technologies in a user-friendly manner
- Commitment to advancing racial equity in the criminal legal system
- Commitment to diversity and creating an equitable and inclusive work environment
- Experience in strategic planning and managing change
- Excellent collaboration skills and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles in collaborative relationships
- Knowledge of state and federal constitutional and civil rights law, particularly in the context of the criminal legal system
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to lead through uncertainty and make strategic decisions
- Ability to delegate tasks and create systems of accountability
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse perspectives and provide performance feedback for professional development
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in all duties
- Understanding of systemic oppression and ability to implement inclusive management practices with an equity mindset
- May require travel within New York State and to other states for conferences

Salary Transparency:

The salary range for this role is $175,000 - $195,000 and will be determined based on candidate qualifications and collectively bargained salary steps for unionized roles.

Salary and Benefits:

The Legal Aid Society offers a generous benefits package, including health insurance, paid vacation, disability and life insurance, and more. Salary for unionized positions is governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

The Legal Aid Society is committed to a work culture of zealous advocacy, respect, diversity and inclusion, client-oriented defense, access to justice, and excellent representation. They strive to understand the diverse circumstances of their clients and meet their needs. The organization believes that achieving these goals requires the efforts of all employees.

How to Apply:

All applications must be completed online through the LAS Recruitment Portal. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Visit their Careers Page for current job postings and application instructions. For technical difficulties or questions, email .

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer:

The Legal Aid Society prohibits discriminatory employment actions and treatment of employees and applicants based on race, color, size, religion, alienage or citizenship status, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, marital status, relationship and family structure, genetic information, military status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or pre-employment conviction record, credit history, unemployment status, caregiver status, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Health insurance, paid vacation, disability and life insurance, and more

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Litigation technologies, policy advocacy, criminal trial, appellate work, supervisory and leadership, case management, eDiscovery, racial equity, diversity, strategic planning, collaboration, constitutional and civil rights law, communication, performance feedback, confidentiality, systemic oppression, inclusive management, travel

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All applications must be completed online through the LAS Recruitment Portal

Qualification and Experience Admission to the New York State Bar, minimum of 12 years experience as an attorney, minimum 5 years experience in a supervisory and leadership role, experience with case management and eDiscovery information technology platforms, commitment to advancing racial equity and diversity, experience in strategic planning, excellent communication skills, ability to lead and delegate tasks, ability to provide meaningful performance feedback, understanding of systemic oppression and inclusive management practices, may require travel within New York State and to other states for conferences

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