Suffolk County Government
Assistant District Attorney (Laterals or Experienced Attorneys)
Suffolk County Government, New York, New York, us, 10261
Assistant District Attorney (Laterals or Experienced Attorneys)
Introduction The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office is one of the largest prosecutorial offices in the country. We are looking for the most qualified candidates to join our ranks, with the objective of recruiting those with diverse backgrounds, a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to public service and justice. Lateral Hiring As we are one of the largest prosecutor's offices in the nation, our expansive functionality provides lateral candidates with a broad array of professional opportunities to grow their legal careers. Beyond litigation and appellate postings, the office actively recruits lawyers to fields involving victim services, information technology, community relations, asset forfeiture, and white collar investigations. Whether you are seeking a new challenge, chasing a desire to contribute to the public welfare, or returning to your roots, we will endeavor to place you where your skillset makes the most impactful contribution to the office and county. Starting salary for lateral applicants and experienced attorneys is primarily based on experience level and work assignment. Thereafter, salary adjustments will be awarded based upon merit and longevity. As a Suffolk County employee, you will receive a comprehensive benefits plan and be eligible for a pension. Working in Suffolk Suffolk County is indeed an extraordinary community to be a part of, with vibrant downtowns, close proximity to New York City, stunning beaches (with over 1,000 miles of coastline), and a world class winery scene that attracts millions of visitors each year. Suffolk encompasses national treasures such as Montauk, Sag Harbor, the Hamptons, Fire Island, and the Great Peconic Bay. Benefits Benefits include health insurance, including optical and dental benefits, vacation/personal/sick time, disability leave, deferred compensation, New York State Retirement, life insurance, legal and other benefits. In addition, we comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Applying To apply for an Assistant District Attorney (Laterals or Experienced Attorneys) position, please submit a complete application package below. A
complete application package
consists of the following: Resume; A cover letter addressed to District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney; Two writing samples; Completion of the below pre-screening questionnaire. Optional Information We invite you to respond to an optional questionnaire linked here: https://forms.gle/wwQWEpNxFyJH74dFA. Please note that the survey will have no effect on your application for employment with this office. The Office of the Suffolk County District Attorney reserves the right to change without notice any statement on this page concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, eligibility, recruitment and terms of employment. The Office of the Suffolk County District Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other non‑merit factor. Division: Legal This is a full time position. Visit Careers at The Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. Personal Information
First name Last name Email Address City State Zip code Phone number Attachments
Attach your Resume Attach a Cover letter Writing Sample 1 Writing Sample 2 Other Information
Are you a US Citizen? Yes No Do you have at least three years of practice in the field of criminal law (NOTE: If no, please apply as an entry-level Assistant District Attorney)? Yes No Are you admitted to the New York State Bar? Are you admitted to the bar in any other state? If yes, what other states are you admitted? Have you ever been disciplined or sanctioned by a state bar or a court for your conduct as an attorney? If yes, please describe the circumstances: Have you ever been charged with and/or convicted of a crime? If yes, please describe the circumstances: Since starting law school, have you engaged in the illegal use and/or supply of any drug or controlled substance? Since starting law school, have you failed to file or pay Federal, state or other taxes when required by law or ordinance? May we contact your present employer? Are you seeking a management position? Have you ever worked with us before? If yes, please state when, what position you held, and your last supervisor's name. Have you previously applied to be an Assistant District Attorney in Suffolk County? If yes, what was the outcome? Have you ever been terminated, asked to resign, or left a job without notice? If yes, please explain the circumstances and identify the employer: If hired when will you be able to start? What is your desired salary? Pursuant to Suffolk County Local Law No. 30-1979 and its applicable amendments, please state whether you are a spouse, child, sibling, parent, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, parent-in-law, niece, or nephew, of any of the following Suffolk County Officials: the District Attorney; the County Executive; a County Legislator; or any other elected official or official appointed to an elected County position or any department head with the power to hire, fire or promote; all Chief Deputy County Executives and Deputy County Executives; all Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners of County Departments; a County police official holding the rank of Captain or above; Suffolk County District Court Judge; Suffolk County Family Court Judge; Judge of the County Court of Suffolk County; Suffolk County Surrogate; or Suffolk County Supreme Court Justice. Have you served in the United States Armed Forces? If yes, please identify by branch and dates of service: Have you served in the United States Peace Corps? If yes, please identify your assignment and dates of service: List any professional references that we may contact, including e-mail addresses and/or phone numbers: Have you made any commitment to your current employer or any prospective employer to work for a specific time frame? If yes, please describe the nature of the commitment: Have you ever been disciplined or sanctioned by a higher educational institution for plagiarism or other misconduct involving unethical or dishonest conduct? If yes, please explain the circumstances: Identify any matter on which you have worked, including closed matters and/or matters on which you are currently working involving this Office and provide the name of the ADA(s) assigned to it: Which bureau(s) would you prefer to be assigned? Appeals & Training Bureau Asset Forfeiture & Intelligence Bureau Biological, Environmental, and Animal Safety Team Child Abuse & Domestic Violence Bureau Conviction Integrity Bureau East End Bureau Financial Crimes Bureau HEAT Unit Homicide Bureau Intake & Discovery Compliance Bureau Major Crime Bureau Narcotics Bureau Public Corruption Bureau Vehicular Crimes Bureau Violent Criminal Enterprises Bureau Certification: I certify that all the statements made in this screening form and on any submitted attachments are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith.
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Introduction The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office is one of the largest prosecutorial offices in the country. We are looking for the most qualified candidates to join our ranks, with the objective of recruiting those with diverse backgrounds, a strong work ethic, integrity and a commitment to public service and justice. Lateral Hiring As we are one of the largest prosecutor's offices in the nation, our expansive functionality provides lateral candidates with a broad array of professional opportunities to grow their legal careers. Beyond litigation and appellate postings, the office actively recruits lawyers to fields involving victim services, information technology, community relations, asset forfeiture, and white collar investigations. Whether you are seeking a new challenge, chasing a desire to contribute to the public welfare, or returning to your roots, we will endeavor to place you where your skillset makes the most impactful contribution to the office and county. Starting salary for lateral applicants and experienced attorneys is primarily based on experience level and work assignment. Thereafter, salary adjustments will be awarded based upon merit and longevity. As a Suffolk County employee, you will receive a comprehensive benefits plan and be eligible for a pension. Working in Suffolk Suffolk County is indeed an extraordinary community to be a part of, with vibrant downtowns, close proximity to New York City, stunning beaches (with over 1,000 miles of coastline), and a world class winery scene that attracts millions of visitors each year. Suffolk encompasses national treasures such as Montauk, Sag Harbor, the Hamptons, Fire Island, and the Great Peconic Bay. Benefits Benefits include health insurance, including optical and dental benefits, vacation/personal/sick time, disability leave, deferred compensation, New York State Retirement, life insurance, legal and other benefits. In addition, we comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Applying To apply for an Assistant District Attorney (Laterals or Experienced Attorneys) position, please submit a complete application package below. A
complete application package
consists of the following: Resume; A cover letter addressed to District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney; Two writing samples; Completion of the below pre-screening questionnaire. Optional Information We invite you to respond to an optional questionnaire linked here: https://forms.gle/wwQWEpNxFyJH74dFA. Please note that the survey will have no effect on your application for employment with this office. The Office of the Suffolk County District Attorney reserves the right to change without notice any statement on this page concerning, but not limited to, rules, policies, eligibility, recruitment and terms of employment. The Office of the Suffolk County District Attorney is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other non‑merit factor. Division: Legal This is a full time position. Visit Careers at The Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. Personal Information
First name Last name Email Address City State Zip code Phone number Attachments
Attach your Resume Attach a Cover letter Writing Sample 1 Writing Sample 2 Other Information
Are you a US Citizen? Yes No Do you have at least three years of practice in the field of criminal law (NOTE: If no, please apply as an entry-level Assistant District Attorney)? Yes No Are you admitted to the New York State Bar? Are you admitted to the bar in any other state? If yes, what other states are you admitted? Have you ever been disciplined or sanctioned by a state bar or a court for your conduct as an attorney? If yes, please describe the circumstances: Have you ever been charged with and/or convicted of a crime? If yes, please describe the circumstances: Since starting law school, have you engaged in the illegal use and/or supply of any drug or controlled substance? Since starting law school, have you failed to file or pay Federal, state or other taxes when required by law or ordinance? May we contact your present employer? Are you seeking a management position? Have you ever worked with us before? If yes, please state when, what position you held, and your last supervisor's name. Have you previously applied to be an Assistant District Attorney in Suffolk County? If yes, what was the outcome? Have you ever been terminated, asked to resign, or left a job without notice? If yes, please explain the circumstances and identify the employer: If hired when will you be able to start? What is your desired salary? Pursuant to Suffolk County Local Law No. 30-1979 and its applicable amendments, please state whether you are a spouse, child, sibling, parent, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, parent-in-law, niece, or nephew, of any of the following Suffolk County Officials: the District Attorney; the County Executive; a County Legislator; or any other elected official or official appointed to an elected County position or any department head with the power to hire, fire or promote; all Chief Deputy County Executives and Deputy County Executives; all Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners of County Departments; a County police official holding the rank of Captain or above; Suffolk County District Court Judge; Suffolk County Family Court Judge; Judge of the County Court of Suffolk County; Suffolk County Surrogate; or Suffolk County Supreme Court Justice. Have you served in the United States Armed Forces? If yes, please identify by branch and dates of service: Have you served in the United States Peace Corps? If yes, please identify your assignment and dates of service: List any professional references that we may contact, including e-mail addresses and/or phone numbers: Have you made any commitment to your current employer or any prospective employer to work for a specific time frame? If yes, please describe the nature of the commitment: Have you ever been disciplined or sanctioned by a higher educational institution for plagiarism or other misconduct involving unethical or dishonest conduct? If yes, please explain the circumstances: Identify any matter on which you have worked, including closed matters and/or matters on which you are currently working involving this Office and provide the name of the ADA(s) assigned to it: Which bureau(s) would you prefer to be assigned? Appeals & Training Bureau Asset Forfeiture & Intelligence Bureau Biological, Environmental, and Animal Safety Team Child Abuse & Domestic Violence Bureau Conviction Integrity Bureau East End Bureau Financial Crimes Bureau HEAT Unit Homicide Bureau Intake & Discovery Compliance Bureau Major Crime Bureau Narcotics Bureau Public Corruption Bureau Vehicular Crimes Bureau Violent Criminal Enterprises Bureau Certification: I certify that all the statements made in this screening form and on any submitted attachments are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith.
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