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Attorney
Litigation - Appellate
Min 1 yrs required
Staff Attorney The candidate will be representing poor people convicted of felonies in Manhattan and the Bronx on direct appeal in the Appellate Division and the New York Court of Appeals; in post-conviction motions and hearings; in hearings to determine classification level pursuant to the Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA); and in federal habeas corpus challenges to state court convictions. Will be researching and writing of appellate briefs. Case conferencing, strategy development, client communication, and legal visits. Advising clients of potential appellate options, including withdrawal of guilty pleas, where appropriate, and negotiating pleas or other remedies following reversal of conviction. Assisting clients with parole proceedings and re-entry preparation. Should have J.D. degree. Admission to the New York Bar, ability to promptly secure such admission, or registration for July 2018 New York Bar Examination is essential. Must have outstanding legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Prior criminal defense experience, particularly at the appellate level, is highly preferred. Deadline: June 31, 2018. Note: This job is 3-year position, to join its outstanding team.
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