Staff Attorney-Criminal Defense/Felony Experience

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Summary:

Organization: The Legal Aid Society
Job Title: Staff Attorney-Criminal Defense/Felony Experience
Location: New York, NY
Salary Range: $79,591 - $130,308
Practice: Criminal Defense
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of public defense experience, with some felony trial experience

The Legal Aid Society, the oldest and largest social justice legal services organization in the nation, is seeking dedicated and passionate Staff Attorneys with felony trial experience to join their Criminal Defense Practice. This role will provide zealous advocacy in all phases of a person's criminal legal matter, from arraignments through hearings and trials. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated commitment to public defense, racial equity, and social justice, with some experience handling felony matters in New York State or other jurisdictions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provide client-centered, comprehensive representation from arraignments through trial, disposition, or dismissal
- Conduct bail review hearings and writs of habeas corpus to secure client's liberty post arraignments
- Prepare cases for advocacy and litigation, including submitting referrals for investigation and social work services, and gathering information and researching law for effective representation
- Coordinate with specialty units to assist in advocacy, such as the DNA Unit, Digital Forensics, Decarceration, and Immigration
- Consult and coordinate with supervising attorneys for case reviews
- Review discovery materials and prepare for litigation
- Conduct pretrial hearings and trials
- Prepare mitigation materials for diversion courts or sentencing advocacy
- Advise and enter appropriate pleas in consultation with clients
- File notices of appeal and coordinate with appellate counsel

Requirements:

- Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated commitment to public defense, racial equity, and social justice with some experience handling felony matters in New York State or other jurisdictions
- Clear and effective oral and written advocacy skills
- New York State bar admission (or ability to waive into New York State from another jurisdiction)

Salary and Benefits:

- Salary range of $79,591 - $130,308, dependent on qualifications and collective bargaining agreement for unionized roles
- Generous benefits package, including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance
- Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs, such as Public Service Loan Forgiveness and New York State loan repayment assistance
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

COVID Vaccination Information:

- The Legal Aid Society is taking precautions and implementing safety measures to help prevent the spread of COVID-19
- All members of the Legal Aid community have a shared responsibility to comply with policies and protocols to protect the health and safety of our community

How to Apply:

- All applications must be completed online through The Legal Aid Society's Careers Page
- Technical difficulties or questions can be directed to

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Legal Aid Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions and treatment against employees and applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, and other protected characteristics.

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Health insurance, Paid vacation, Disability insurance, Life insurance, Collective Bargaining Agreement, PSLF eligibility, New York state loan repayment assistance

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Advocacy, Litigation, Research, Client-Centered Representation, Bail Advocacy, Trial Experience, Mitigation, Appeals, Written and Oral Communication, Organization, Strategic Thinking, Race and Gender Equity, Social and Economic Justice, Collaborative Teamwork, Negotiation, Time Management, Multitasking, Attention to Detail

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All applications must be completed online. Submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and list of trials where you served as first chair.

Qualification and Experience NYS Bar Admission, Minimum 3 years of demonstrated commitment to public defense, racial equity, and social justice, Experience handling felony matters, Knowledge of PSLF and other loan forgiveness programs, Knowledge of New York state loan repayment assistance programs

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