Staff Attorney- Appeals Bureau

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Staff Attorney to join our team in our Appeals Bureau.

• Be admitted to practice law in NYS with at least seven (7) years trial and negotiation experience, or (2) years criminal appellate experience.
• Have excellent case evaluation/assessment skills in order to spot issues for appeal;
• Ability to collaborate with co-workers and communicate with clients;
• Be well versed in felony and grand jury practice as well as the sentencing guidelines;
• Be comfortable handling difficult felony cases where the client is serving significant state incarceration;
• Be comfortable reading lengthy transcripts and court records;
• Be proficient at legal research and the drafting of necessary briefs;
• Be able to work independently, efficiently manage an active caseload, and meet multiple deadlines;
• Be able to meet regularly with, and work under the supervision of, a Bureau Chief and Deputy Bureau Chief;
• Be able to travel to the Cohalan Courthouse in Central Islip as well as the Riverhead Courthouse as needed;
• Be able to travel to Brooklyn and other locations in New York State for oral arguments, and to visit incarcerated clients;
• Be adept at and available to advise attorneys during litigation on legal issues that arise;
• Be willing to take on challenges and be part of a dynamic team;
• Have a strong commitment to public defense and serving marginalized communities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $95,000 - $105,000