Parole Revocation Defense Attorney — Entry Level

The Legal Aid Society, Inc.; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

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Descripción de la vacante

The Legal Aid Society in Bronx/Brooklyn offices seeks a Staff Attorney for Parole Revocation Defense beginning in Fall 2027. Attorneys will represent clients across New York City at administrative parole revocation hearings, recognizance hearings, and related proceedings in state and local courts and detention facilities.

The role emphasizes fast-paced litigation, in-court advocacy across multiple boroughs, collaboration with support staff, and coordination with a dedicated social work team to

Formación

• New York State Bar Admission
• 2 years of relevant experience preferred
• Background in criminal and/or administrative law or prison-related litigation is relevant
• Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred

Responsabilidades

• Responsible for handling parole revocation at all stages, including recognizance hearings, preliminary hearings, calendar appearances, discovery practice, negotiations, contested hearings, administrative appeals, and post‑conviction hearings
• Work with unit support staff, paralegals, and investigative staff to provide zealous and effective defense representation
• Partner with PRDU social work team to identify and develop mitigation for clients with mental health or substance issues or who are suitable for alternatives to incarceration
• Other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

New York State Bar Admission

Parole Revocation/Criminal Defense

Spanish language skills

Descripción del empleo

The Legal Aid Society in Bronx/Brooklyn offices seeks a Staff Attorney for Parole Revocation Defense beginning in Fall 2027. Attorneys will represent clients across New York City at administrative parole revocation hearings, recognizance hearings, and related proceedings in state and local courts and detention facilities.

The role emphasizes fast-paced litigation, in-court advocacy across multiple boroughs, collaboration with support staff, and coordination with a dedicated social work team to