Appellate ADA: Direct Appeals & Post-Conviction

The Office of the Bronx District Attorney; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

The Bronx District Attorney's Office is looking for an experienced attorney to manage post-conviction litigation. This role involves representing the People of the State of New York in appellate litigation, handling complex legal issues, and requires a Juris Doctorate with a minimum of 3 years experience. Applicants must possess strong writing, research, and analytical skills, and the ability to work independently under deadlines. The office is dedicated to pursuing justice with integrity, serving the Bronx County community with fairness to defendants.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of appellate attorney experience or equivalent required.
• U.S. citizenship and New York State residency needed.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Represent the People of the State of New York in appellate litigation.
• Address complex legal issues effectively in oral and written format.
• Brief and argue a substantial caseload of appeals.

Skills

Writing

Research

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Judgment

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Job description

The Bronx District Attorney's Office is looking for an experienced attorney to manage post-conviction litigation. This role involves representing the People of the State of New York in appellate litigation, handling complex legal issues, and requires a Juris Doctorate with a minimum of 3 years experience. Applicants must possess strong writing, research, and analytical skills, and the ability to work independently under deadlines. The office is dedicated to pursuing justice with integrity, serving the Bronx County community with fairness to defendants.