Attorney, DNA & Forensic Science Unit

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Job location
100 William St., 20th Fl
NEW YORK, NY 10038
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
New York County Defender Services
Street address: 
100 William St., 20th Fl
City: 
NEW YORK
State: 
New York
ZIP: 
10038
Job type: 
Legal - Defender
Position Description: 

New York County Defender Services, a public defender office in Manhattan, is seeking an attorney for its DNA & Forensic Science Unit. The unit assists our trial attorneys with the difficult and complex issues surrounding the use of DNA and other forensic evidence in criminal cases.

Members of this unit attend and conduct specialized trainings and collaborate with legal scholars, scientists, and others in the field and in the defense bar to stay current in the rapidly evolving landscape of DNA and other forensic science litigation.

The unit also participates in advocacy efforts concerning the intersection between forensic science and the criminal justice system, ensuring that the voices of our client communities are heard in these public discussions.

Requirements: 

The attorney should have significant expertise and experience in DNA and other forensic science criminal litigation.

The ideal candidate must have:

- Admission to the NYS Bar.

- Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team and manage a high-volume workload.

To apply: 

If interested, send resume and cover letter to Sergio De La Pava at: [email protected]

Notes: 
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary range: 
80,000 - 90,000
Submission deadline: 
Saturday, July 31, 2021