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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