Staff Attorney, Adolescent Intervention and Diversion (AID) – (Bronx) The Legal Aid Society Jus[...]

Out Professionals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Staff Attorney for their Adolescent Intervention and Diversion team in the Bronx. This role involves representing young clients in Supreme Court, advocating for their needs across multiple systems, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and vacation. If you're passionate about working with youth and making a difference in their lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to the New York State Bar and have full felony certification.
• Experience in mitigation and sentencing advocacy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients aged 14-17 in Supreme Court and litigate felony cases.
• Engage in advocacy across various systems including education and mental health.

Skills

New York State Bar admission

Full Felony certification

Mitigation advocacy

Sentencing advocacy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Job description

Staff Attorney, Adolescent Intervention and Diversion (AID) – (Bronx)#25-108

Bronx, New York, United States

Deadline is 3:00 PM EST for Date Listed

Jun 16, 2025

Job Description

The Legal Aid Society has an opening for an Adolescent Intervention and Diversion (AID) attorney in the Bronx Criminal office. AID is an interdisciplinary team model comprised of Staff Attorneys, Mitigation Specialists, and Investigators dedicated to representing teenage clients prosecuted in the adult criminal courts. The unit provides criminal defense, including under the Raise the Age law, and offers holistic advocacy in education, foster care, mental health, and substance use. We also engage in policy work to serve our clients' needs across various systems. AID collaborates closely with the Juvenile Rights Practice, which represents youth in family court and child welfare systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Represent clients aged 14-17 in Supreme Court.
2. Handle adolescent offender arraignments and litigate cases involving felony cases, including efforts to transfer cases to family court, and litigate remaining cases in Youth Part and other criminal courts.
3. Engage in collateral systems work such as school advocacy, interactions with foster care, youth shelters, mental health, community agencies, and visiting clients in detention, jail, or prison facilities.
4. Collaborate with Juvenile Rights Practice lawyers, social workers, and CDP practitioners, including specialty projects.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications:

• New York State Bar admission.
• Full Felony certification.
• Experience in mitigation and sentencing advocacy.
• Interest in working with young people, families, and related systems.
• Interest in interdisciplinary team work.
• Willingness to participate in area-specific training.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

The salary range is an estimate based on experience and qualifications. The actual salary may vary.

Salary Range: $83,844 – $147,907

The Legal Aid Society offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance. Read more about benefits.

Higher Education and Loan Forgiveness

This employer participates in Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan repayment programs. New York residents may also qualify for additional assistance. For details, visit:

studentaid.gov

hesc.ny.gov/loan-forgiveness-programs

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. We cannot sponsor visas, but citizens of Canada and Mexico may receive documentation for a TN visa.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online via our career portal. Submit a combined PDF of your cover letter and resume. For questions, email [e-mail].

EEO POLICY

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, prohibiting discrimination based on protected characteristics.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

We strive to foster a work culture of respect, advocacy, and inclusion, continually learning about bias and systemic oppression to dismantle discrimination in all forms.

Location

Bronx – Criminal Defense Practice Office