Staff Attorney-Appeals Bureau

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.