Top 13 Public defender Jobs in New York, Ny

Experienced Attorney, Criminal Defense Practice
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $80,000 - $157,261 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- 403(b)
Director of Special Litigation
Legal Aid Society —New York, NY
- $165,000 - $171,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Analysis skills
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Entry Level Staff Attorney, Family Defense Practice
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $99,000 a year
- Online Application
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- 403(b)
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Senior Staff Attorney, Family Defense, Bronx
CENTER FOR FAMILY REPRESENTATION —Bronx, NY
- $100,800 - $124,900 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- 3 years
- Children
Staff Attorney - Homicide Defense Team
Neighborhood Defender Service Inc —New York, NY
- $104,949.73 - $181,572.65 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Management
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Fall 2027 Right to Counsel Staff Attorneys/Law Graduates
Legal Services NYC —New York, NY
- $88,181 - $169,852 a year
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Supervising Attorney for Homicide, Assigned Counsel Plan
OFFICE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE —New York, NY
- $66,066 - $172,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Loan forgiveness
Staff Attorney/Program Advisor, Environment Program
NYC Bar Association —New York, NY
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Paralegal, Immigration Practice
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $63,113 - $69,863 a year
- Online Application
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 403(b)
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Attorney, Integrated Defense Practice
Brooklyn Defender Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $81,000 - $157,261 a year
- Online Application
- 1 year
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- 403(b)
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Attorney - Criminal Defense
Connell Foley LLP —Hackensack, NJ
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Senior Litigation Attorney (289/o)
Denovo Review —New York, NY
- $95,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- 11+ years
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Litigation Attorney (288/o)
Denovo Review —New York, NY
- $75,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- 5 years
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Experienced Attorney, Criminal Defense Practice

Brooklyn Defender Services -
Brooklyn, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $157,261 a year

Benefits

403(b)

Qualifications

Doctor of Law (JD)

Full Job Description

Brooklyn Defender Services (BDS) is seeking Experienced Attorneys to join the Criminal Defense Practice.

BDS is a public defense office representing low-income New Yorkers in criminal, family, immigration, and civil legal matters. Our work with clients is focused on the intersection of the legal systems that disproportionately impact Black and brown communities living below the poverty level in Brooklyn.

BDS represents thousands of people each year who have diverse, complex, and multi-faceted legal needs. In addition to a zealous legal defense, our interdisciplinary teams of attorneys, social workers and advocates provide a wide range of legal and advocacy services, including housing, public benefits, education, and employment issues.

BDS’ Criminal Defense Practice zealously defends people who are accused of a crime in Brooklyn, fighting to protect the individual rights of clients’ and minimize harm from involvement with the criminal legal system. BDS’ staff consists of attorneys, social workers, investigators, paralegals, and administrative professionals who work collaboratively to bring about the best outcome for each client.

Under the direct supervision of a Supervising Attorney, attorneys defend clients against criminal charges in Brooklyn Criminal and Supreme Courts.

Responsibilities

Directly represent clients in Brooklyn Criminal and Supreme Courts from intake through dismissal, plea or trial.
Foster strong attorney/client relationships.
Work collaboratively on interdisciplinary case teams with social workers, investigators, paralegals and admins.
Participate in a rotation to staff court arraignment shifts on weekdays, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Prepare for and litigate hearings and trials in Criminal and Supreme Courts, as well as collateral administrative tribunals.
Prepare and argue written motions, argue in court regarding discovery, answer legal motions filed by the District Attorney’s office and other legal written and oral arguments in cases assigned to the attorney.
Collaborate with other BDS staff from our housing, immigration, family defense and education practices to provide comprehensive assistance to clients.
Meet regularly with supervisor to review caseload, discuss case strategy, and prepare for trial.
Be an advisor to the client when decisions are made about the case.
Meet with family members or other support networks as client requests.
Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
Admitted to practice in New York, or ability to become admitted.
Experience as a practicing public defender or other criminal defense experience.
Candidates whose own background and experience reflect the diversity of Brooklyn’s communities are particularly encouraged to apply.
Must have completed all commitments to your current employer at time of hire or be able to get a waiver of a commitment.
Excellent litigation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Fluency in a second language is a plus.

Position Information

This is an exempt, salaried position. The normal schedule is Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. The position is based at BDS’s offices, and the courts located in Downtown Brooklyn. There is a three-day per week in-person requirement for all attorneys. Attorneys are also expected to handle all their own cases in court, as well as meet with clients as needed, even if that results in additional days in-person. (This generally results in more than three in-person days for most attorneys). Applicants should be aware that the in-person requirement is subject to change.

BDS determines salary on a pay scale based on education and experience. For this position there is a base salary range of $80,000-$157,261 depending on the applicant’s education and experience. BDS offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 403(b) retirement plan. In order to support work/life balance and family-friendly policies, BDS has generous vacation, sick, holiday, family, and medical leave policies.

Application Instructions
Click “Apply” to submit a cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Brooklyn Defender Services is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity and maintaining an equitable and inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, expressions, orientations, disabilities, and experiences to apply. If you require an accommodation due to a disability or another reason, please contact the Managing Director of Human Resources, Christina Wallace, at cwallace @ bds.org

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