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Queens District Attorney's Office · 2 weeks ago

Assistant District Attorney Violent Criminal Enterprises Bureau

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $136K/yr

5+ years exp

The Queens County District Attorney's Office is seeking an Assistant District Attorney for its Violent Criminal Enterprise Bureau in the Investigations Division. This role involves investigating and prosecuting specialized crimes including gang violence, narcotics trafficking, and firearms trafficking activity.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Proactively investigating and prosecuting all phases of criminal cases ranging from simple gun possession to homicide, and conspiracy to commit the same

Working closely with Assistant District Attorneys, police officers, and financial investigators on complex, long-term investigations directed at suppressing violent crime and dismantling criminal enterprises engaged in narcotics and firearms distribution

Researching and writing eavesdropping warrants and complex search warrants directed at various digital evidence platforms

Litigating all aspects of cases including complaint drafting, grand jury presentation, discovery and motion practice, witness development and preparation, evidentiary hearings, and trials

Qualification

Felony jury trial experienceCriminal investigation experienceNew York lawsWriting skillsForensic expert examinationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

J.D. degree

Active member of the New York State bar in good standing

At least 5 years post-J.D. experience

Substantial felony jury trial experience with cases involving serious violent crimes

Extensive experience in handling all aspects of criminal investigation and prosecution

Experience examining and cross-examining forensic experts in various disciplines, including ballistics, fingerprints, DNA, crime scene and medical and mental health issues

Excellent writing skills

Extensive knowledge of New York Penal and Criminal Procedure Laws

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

United States citizenship

New York State residency