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Queens District Attorney's Office · 1 week ago

Assistant District Attorney: Spring 2026 Class

The Queens District Attorney's Office is currently accepting applications for their Spring 2026 Class for Assistant District Attorneys. This role involves rigorous training in criminal law and procedure, followed by immediate courtroom experience and opportunities for career advancement within the office.

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Responsibilities

Prosecuting all levels of crime in Queens County
Completing a rigorous training program in criminal law and procedure, as well as ethics
Entering a rotation of entry-level bureaus, including Intake, Criminal Court or Domestic Violence, and Appeals
Gaining immediate courtroom experience, including arraignments, calendar calls, as well as misdemeanor hearings and trials
Receiving continuous training in criminal law and advocacy during the initial phase of their careers
Participating in events with the Community Partnerships Division
Moving to a felony trial bureau after completing the rotation, which may include dynamic riding responsibilities at crime scenes, conducting line-ups, and pre-arrest investigations under the direction and supervision of top-notch career prosecutors

Qualification

New York State Bar AdmissionCriminal LawTrial AdvocacyCriminal ProcedureEvidenceMoot Court CompetitionsInternshipsTrial Team Competitions

Required

Admission to the New York State Bar
Fall 2025 Law Graduate that intends to take the February 2026 Bar
Passed the New York State Bar Examination with a pending application for admission to the Bar
United States citizenship is required of all Assistant District Attorneys upon commencement of their employment
New York State residency is required

Preferred

Relevant Law School Classes: Criminal Procedure I and II, Evidence, Trial Advocacy
Relevant Experience: Trial Team Competitions; Internships; Clinics; Moot Court Competitions
Academically Ranked in the Top Half of Class

Benefits

Health insurance
401K
Federal loan forgiveness programs
State repayment assistance programs

Company

Queens District Attorney's Office

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Queens District Attorney's Office offers legal services on appeals, litigations, criminal practice, investigations, and training services.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jennifer L. Naiburg
Chief Assistant District Attorney
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