Assistant District Attorney - Lateral Attorneys Job at City of New York, New York, NY

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  • City of New York
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Job Description



The Bronx District Attorney is committed to serving the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community through the Office’s groundbreaking mission of “Pursuing Justice with Integrity” by fulfilling our duty to victims and providing fairness to defendants. We seek attorneys with 3+ years of experience in criminal practice to join our team as Assistant District Attorney in the Trial Division, Investigation Division, and Special Victims Division. We are looking for a diverse staff that reflects the community we serve. Our office has a varied and busy practice, affording attorneys the opportunity to grow professionally while serving the community. We seek attorneys experienced in prosecuting felonies to uphold the District Attorney’s commitment to a safer Bronx through fair justice.

 

Divisions currently actively recruiting:

Investigations Division
Special Victims Division
Trial Division

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prosecute criminal cases in Bronx County from intake through final disposition.
  • Evaluate cases to determine appropriate action.
  • Implement Office policies as directed.
  • Conduct investigations.
  • Respond clearly and effectively (oral/written) to complex legal issues.
  • Handle a high volume of cases efficiently and effectively.
  • All duties as assigned.

Qualifications



Juris Doctor degree required.

Minimum of three (3) years of criminal law experience.

US Citizenship and New York State Residency are required as of the first day of employment.

Member in good standing of the NY State Bar. 

Ability to conduct competent resourceful investigations.

Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics.

Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Exhibit an ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Ability to analytically solve issues or problems from inception through conclusion.

Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment and handle a high volume of cases and investigations.

Ability to work nights, holidays, and weekends.

Additional Information



Please upload a cover letter (indicating Division or Divisions of interest), resume, and names and telephone numbers of 3 professional references to your application.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Felony friendly, Night shift, Weekend work,

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