Trial Attorney -- Assistant Federal Defender

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81 Main Street
Suite 124
White Plains, NY 10601
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Federal Defenders of New York
Street address: 
52 Duane Street, 10th Floor
City: 
New York
State: 
New York
ZIP: 
10007
Organization URL: 
https://www.federaldefendersny.org/
Job type: 
Legal - Defender
Position Description: 

Federal Defenders of New York (FDNY) is seeking applicants for a trial attorney position in our White Plains office. FDNY is a federal public defender office that provides legal representation to indigent persons accused of federal crimes in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. We are not a government agency and our employees are not government employees. Our mission is straightforward: although we provide our services free of cost, our clients should receive the finest legal representation available at any price.

Requirements: 

We are looking for someone who is committed to equal justice and willing to fight vigorously for those accused of crimes. A large part of the caseload involves drugs, fraud, robbery, immigration, firearms, sex offenses, and internet-related crimes. Applicants must have a minimum of three years of legal experience.

To apply: 

Submit your resume, cover letter and two writing samples to https://airtable.com/appt7jDHkuFmQajQT/shrLoGtJt1ZPA2kMg. Application deadline is April 14, 2025, but we will consider applications on a rolling basis so please submit as soon as possible. No calls or faxes please. The cover letter may be addressed to Jennifer Brown, Attorney in Charge, Federal Defenders of New York, 52 Duane St., New York, NY 10007.

Notes: 
We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. Federal Defenders is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a work environment that fosters inclusion and belonging for all employees.
Salary range: 
The salary is consistent with the federal pay scale and will depend on years of experience. Salary Range is $130,698 to $195,100. Excellent benefits.
Submission deadline: 
Monday, April 14, 2025

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