Trial Preparation Assistant II - Homicide Bureau (Trial Division)

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York is seeking a Community Associate to support case document handling, discovery compliance, and court preparation. You will retrieve vital records, prep filings, and assist ADAs in hearings while coordinating with law enforcement and other agencies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma with relevant community work experience and strong organizational and communication skills. Residency requirements are stated as not applicable for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years of related community work experience, or equivalent.
• Experience in community work or community-centered activities related to duties described above.

Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents for discovery and preparation.
• Retrieve Death Certificates and Autopsies from OCME.
• Prepare and file documents and ensure timely retrieval of records.
• Assist ADAs in court and accompany them in trials.
• Conduct legal research and communicate with multiple agencies.
• Locate and retrieve property held by NYC Police Department.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Ethics and confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents for discovery compliance and case preparation.
• Retrieve Death Certificates and Autopsies from OCME.
• Preparation and filing of documents.
• Timely retrieval of documents and records.
• Assist in preparing hearing/trial exhibits & discovery for trial.
• Timely conversions of instruments to information.
• Retrieve all necessary documents and records from law enforcement agencies, hospitals and other entitles.
• Produce effective communication with different agencies.
• Locate and retrieve property maintained by NYC Police Dept.
• Perform legal research.
• Engage in witness contact and communication.
• Secure corroborating affidavits.

A Valid driver's license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment.

• Prepare orders for Court, including Motion Responses, Legal Memorandums, Search Warrants, Subpoenas, and Orders to Produce.
• Work directly with Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) on specialty cases.
• Accompany ADAs in court observing, capturing updates and assisting in Trials.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• A baccalaureate degree preferred or a high school diploma with four (4) years of work experience in a law firm, governmental agency, civic or community organization.
• A Valid driver's license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures preferred.
• Understanding of the criminal justice system used in New York State and New York City is preferred.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics.Exhibit an ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.