Staff Attorney, Parole Revocation Defense Unit (Fall 2025)

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Staff Attorney for the Parole Revocation Defense Unit. This role involves representing clients in parole revocation hearings across New York City. The attorney will manage cases, collaborate with various professionals, and develop mitigation strategies for clients facing legal challenges. Ideal candidates will hold a J.D. and have experience in criminal or parole law. This position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid leave

Disability

Life insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Prior experience in criminal or parole law is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle parole revocation cases at all stages, including hearings, discovery, negotiations, and appeals.
• Collaborate with support staff, paralegals, and investigators to provide effective defense.
• Partner with social workers to develop mitigation strategies for clients.

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Staff Attorney, Parole Revocation Defense Unit (Fall 2025)

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Position Description

The Staff Attorney in the Parole Revocation Defense Unit (PRDU) will represent clients accused of violating their conditions of release at administrative parole revocation hearings and related proceedings throughout New York City. Responsibilities include handling hearings, negotiations, appeals, and post-conviction work, often in fast-paced, litigation-intensive settings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle parole revocation cases at all stages, including hearings, discovery, negotiations, and appeals.
• Collaborate with support staff, paralegals, and investigators to provide effective defense.
• Partner with social workers to develop mitigation strategies for clients with mental health, substance abuse, or medical issues, and explore alternatives to incarceration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $83,844 - $147,907, commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, paid leave, disability, life insurance, and loan forgiveness programs such as PSLF.

Location

Manhattan - Legal Aid Society Headquarters, with frequent travel to courts in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.

Qualifications

Qualifications include a J.D. degree and admission to practice law in New York. Prior experience in criminal or parole law is preferred.

Equal Opportunity

The Legal Aid Society is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.