Staff Attorney, Post-Conviction Litigation & Forensic Justice

Innocence Project; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 122,398 - 174,334; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully-paid individual health insurance

401k plan with 6% company-match

Paid disability and family care leave

Job summary

A legal advocacy organization based in New York is seeking a Staff Attorney to represent clients facing wrongful convictions. You will manage cases, craft litigation strategies, and provide education and support within legal clinics. Candidates should have 4+ years of litigation experience and strong writing, advocacy, and interpersonal skills. The role offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary in line with experience, emphasizing social justice and systemic reform.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of litigation experience, preferably in post-conviction or civil rights.
• Strong advocacy skills suitable for court appearances.
• Knowledge of DNA and other forensic disciplines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases for individuals seeking relief from wrongful conviction.
• Craft and execute litigation strategies.
• Supervise paralegals, fellows, and law students.

Skills

Legal writing

Research skills

Advocacy skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission

Job description

A legal advocacy organization based in New York is seeking a Staff Attorney to represent clients facing wrongful convictions. You will manage cases, craft litigation strategies, and provide education and support within legal clinics. Candidates should have 4+ years of litigation experience and strong writing, advocacy, and interpersonal skills. The role offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary in line with experience, emphasizing social justice and systemic reform.