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Requirements
  • Admission to the New York State Bar or ability to waive into New York State from another jurisdiction
  • Five years or more of demonstrated commitment to public defense, social and racial justice, and equity required
  • Significant criminal defense experience at the trial and post-conviction levels and demonstrated excellence in courtroom advocacy and legal writing
  • Experience or familiarity with DVSJA and sealing preferred
  • Comprehensive knowledge of relevant New York State and federal law including evidence laws, criminal and constitutional laws, statutory interpretation, and ethical principles contained in the Rules of Professional Conduct
  • Excellent interpersonal coaching and development skills
  • Excellent organizational, case management, and strategic planning skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team of attorneys and paralegals with varying experience levels
  • Ability to challenge others to seek innovative and creative approaches to advocacy and to encourage ongoing development by providing effective performance feedback and evaluation
Job Contact
HR Recruitment
recruitment@legal-aid.org