Supervising Attorney

1 week ago


New York, New York, United States The Legal Aid Society Full time
Job Description

The Legal Aid Society, a leading social justice public interest law firm in New York City, seeks dedicated and passionate Supervising Attorneys for our Criminal Defense Practice's Trial Division. As a key member of our team, you will provide high-quality, zealous representation to our clients, training, mentoring, and coaching interdisciplinary teams of attorneys, paralegals, and investigators.

Key Responsibilities
  • Observe hearings and trials, train new lawyers and law students, second-chair hearings, and trials, and evaluate client services.
  • Supervise Attorneys will carry a reduced caseload and work with newer attorneys as second seats on these matters.
  • Lead the development of a diverse and affirming workplace culture that is supportive, collaborative, and affirming to our clients and colleagues.
Requirements
  • New York State Bar admission (or ability to waive into New York State from another jurisdiction).
  • At least 5 years of demonstrated commitment to public defense, social and racial justice, and equity.
  • Experience as a first chair in felony hearings and trials, sentence mitigation, and advocacy.
  • Knowledge of relevant New York State laws, including evidence laws, criminal and constitutional laws, statutory interpretation, and ethical principles contained in the Rules of Professional Conduct.
  • Demonstrated ability to build collaborative teams, train, mentor, and coach individuals and groups.
Benefits

The Legal Aid Society offers a generous benefits package, including health insurance, paid vacation, disability, and life insurance, and more. Salaries for our unionized jobs are governed by our Collective Bargaining Agreement.



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