The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice. The Bronx District Attorney is seeking five Attorney Assistants (TPA 2) to assist Appeals Bureau Assistant District Attorneys with post-conviction matters.



JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Proofreading and cite checking legal documents

Drafting Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities

Formatting and preparing documents for filing in compliance with court rules

Maintaining a working knowledge of court rules

Preparing exhibits and appendices for legal documents

Maintaining internal digital case files

Providing litigation support to Assistant District Attorneys Assist

Perform all other duties as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:

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 Or a Minimum 2 years as a TPA 1 or comparable paralegal experience.

Familiarity with general court services

Ability to effectively and professionally communicate with court staff and judges

Excellent time management skills Strong desire and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Candidate must have excellent organizational, follow-up, and time-management skills

Strong proficiency in Outlook, Excel, and Adobe, (MS TEAMS and ZOOM)

Strong collaborative and problem-solving skills

Qualification Requirements
1. 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
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

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.