Trial Division-Trial Preparation Assistant, Level II
City of New York - New York
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The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County (BXDA) is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By Pursuing Justice with Integrity, the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.
In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Trial Preparation Assistants in the Homicide Bureau and Trial Division to aid in all aspects of case preparation from intake to final disposition.
Job Responsibilities
- Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents for discovery compliance and case preparation.
- Preparation and filing of documents.
- Timely retrieval of documents and records.
- Assist in preparing hearing/trial exhibits & discovery for trial.
- Timely conversions of instruments to information.
- Retrieve all necessary documents and records from law enforcement agencies, hospitals and other entitles.
- Produce effective communication with different agencies.
- Locate and retrieve property maintained by NYC Police Dept.
- Perform legal research.
- Engage in witness contact and communication.
- Secure corroborating affidavits
- Prepare orders for Court, including Motion Responses, Legal Memorandums, Search Warrants, Subpoenas, and Orders to Produce.
- Work directly with Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) on specialty cases.
- Accompany ADAs in court observing, capturing updates and assisting in Trials.
- All other relevant duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualification Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
- Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
- A baccalaureate degree preferred or a high school diploma with four (4) years of work experience in a law firm, governmental agency, civic or community organization. - A valid New York State drivers license with a minimum of one (1) years of driving experience is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment. - Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail. - Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook. - Discretion and integrity to work on highly confidential investigations. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. - Familiarity with general court services and functions.
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Educations website at
Residency Requirement
City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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