Senior Assistant Public Defender — Felony Trial Expert

Office of the Appellate Defender; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 109,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

New York State Retirement System

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

The Albany County Public Defender's Office seeks two Senior-Level Assistant Public Defenders to handle complex felony cases in Albany County, NY. You will investigate, prepare, litigate, and try cases, delivering client-centered representation in a multidisciplinary environment.

The roles report to the Felony Supervisor, offer professional development, and include comprehensive benefits; PSLF eligibility, paid leave, retirement benefits, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility to waive into New York from another jurisdiction.
• At least seven years of experience practicing as an attorney.
• Felony criminal trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex felony cases through investigation, preparation, litigation and trial.
• Develop and present persuasive legal arguments and conduct legal research.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop effective defense strategies.

Skills

Felony trial experience

Strong communication

Courtroom confidence

Team collaboration

Job description

The Albany County Public Defender's Office seeks two Senior-Level Assistant Public Defenders to handle complex felony cases in Albany County, NY. You will investigate, prepare, litigate, and try cases, delivering client-centered representation in a multidisciplinary environment.

The roles report to the Felony Supervisor, offer professional development, and include comprehensive benefits; PSLF eligibility, paid leave, retirement benefits, and tuition reimbursement.