Staff Attorney, District Court Trial Bureau

Max 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Summary:

- Staff Attorney position available at Nassau County Legal Aid Society
- Seeking entry level attorneys or recent law graduates for District Court Trial Bureau
- Candidates should have interest in criminal defense and/or public interest law
- Applicants must submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample

Position: Staff Attorney
Organization: Nassau County Legal Aid Society
Department: District Court Trial Bureau

Nassau County Legal Aid Society is currently hiring for the position of Staff Attorney in their District Court Trial Bureau. This is an entry level position, open to recent law graduates or attorneys with minimal experience. The organization is seeking candidates who are passionate about criminal defense and public interest law. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

Job Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in District Court trials
- Conduct legal research and draft legal documents
- Interview clients and witnesses
- Negotiate with prosecutors and advocate for clients
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Admission to the New York State Bar or ability to waive in
- Prior experience in criminal defense or public interest law is preferred
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Passion for social justice and serving underprivileged communities

Salary Information:
- Entry level position with competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and vacation time

Organization Overview:
Nassau County Legal Aid Society is a non-profit organization that provides free legal services to low-income individuals in Nassau County, New York. With over 50 years of experience, the organization has a dedicated team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff who work tirelessly to ensure equal access to justice for all. The District Court Trial Bureau specifically focuses on representing clients in criminal cases in District Courts throughout the county.

H1: Join Our Team as a Staff Attorney at Nassau County Legal Aid Society
H2: Fighting for Justice in the District Courts

Experience Required:
- Entry level position open to recent law graduates or attorneys with minimal experience
- Prior experience in criminal defense or public interest law is preferred

Location:
- Nassau County, New York

How to Apply:
To apply for the Staff Attorney position at Nassau County Legal Aid Society, please submit the following documents to [organization's email address]:
- Cover letter explaining your interest in the organization and position
- Resume
- Law school transcript
- Writing sample

Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. All applications will be kept confidential.

Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference in the lives of underprivileged individuals and gain valuable experience in criminal defense and public interest law. Apply today and join our team at Nassau County Legal Aid Society!

Not Applicable

Health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off

English

Legal Research, Writing, Criminal Law, Public Interest Advocacy

Law Degree

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to [contact person name] at [email or mailing address]

Qualification and Experience Law Degree

Legal