Criminal Defense Practice Supervising Attorney

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Criminal Defense Practice Supervising Attorney

DUTIES: Lead dedicated and dynamic teams of attorneys, who—along with paralegals, social workers and other staff—represent the clients of the Criminal Appeals Bureau. Directly mentor, train, and supervise staff to foster professional development and growth. Guide and monitor the productivity of staff attorneys and pro bono volunteer lawyers in all facets of post-conviction representation, including record review, issue selection and appellate brief writing. Screen cases for potential issues to raise on appeal or in other post-conviction litigation. Review and revise briefs in preparation for filing. Carry a small caseload consisting of direct appeals, CPL Sec. 440.10 and 440.20 motions, Sex Offender Registration Hearings and Sex Offender Risk-Level Modification Petitions, clemency petitions, and other post-conviction relief. Engage in strategic planning to increase the efficiency of CAB and ensure that clients continue to receive the highest quality representation. Consciously create and enhance a diverse workplace culture that is supportive, collaborative and affirming to clients and colleagues. This position may focus on supervising CAB’s SORA practice, pro bono program, or training program depending on the needs of the office.

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Legal Aid Society of New York
199 Water Street
New York
New York
United States 10038
Website : http://www.legal-aid.org