DA Case Writer & Discovery Specialist

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (BXDA) seeks a DAT Writer, Community Associate to interview witnesses (law enforcement and civilian) and analyze and assess factual scenarios, preparing legal affidavits. You will obtain all necessary documents from NYPD and other agencies to aid in case assessment and discovery.

Additionally, you will communicate and obtain video/digital recordings, such as body cam video, and prepare them for discovery while assisting with other unit tasks as

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent with three years of experience in community work or related duties.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to the above.

Responsibilities

• Interview witnesses (law enforcement and civilian witnesses) and address inquiries regarding case status, procedural issues and criminal charges.
• Analyze and assess factual scenarios (without taking notes) and prepare legal affidavits.
• Obtain all necessary documents from NYPD and other agencies to aid in case assessment and discovery.
• Communicate and obtain video/digital recordings like body cam video and prepare them for discovery.
• Assist with other unit tasks and perform all other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (BXDA) seeks a DAT Writer, Community Associate to interview witnesses (law enforcement and civilian) and analyze and assess factual scenarios, preparing legal affidavits. You will obtain all necessary documents from NYPD and other agencies to aid in case assessment and discovery.

Additionally, you will communicate and obtain video/digital recordings, such as body cam video, and prepare them for discovery while assisting with other unit tasks as