The Legal Aid Society · 3 hours ago
Anchor Attorney, Homicide Defense Task Force (HDTF)
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $152K/yrThe Legal Aid Society has an immediate opening for an anchor attorney in the citywide Homicide Defense Task Force (HDTF). The anchor attorney will handle homicide cases exclusively and assist in providing leadership and mentorship to all homicide certified attorneys and other interdisciplinary team members.
ConsultingFamilyGovernmentLegalNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Represent clients charged with homicide offenses
Mentor, support, and provide opportunities for attorneys to second seat homicide trials
Assist the Attorney-in-Charge in providing support mentorship and daily administration for other HDTF attorneys, mitigation specialists, paralegal case handlers and investigators in the boroughs
Establish the vision and strategies for the HDTF to achieve high quality legal representation and optimal outcomes for clients charged with homicide offenses
Attend required trainings
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Substantial litigation experience as first chair, including the resolution of homicide and serious felony offenses required
Commitment to develop and participate in all training programs for attorneys in trial offices
Mentor and motivate all staff to advance their professional development and growth
Benefits
Health insurance
Paid vacation
Disability
Life insurance
Company
The Legal Aid Society
The Legal Aid Society is a legal firm that focuses on civil services, criminal defense, and juvenile rights representation in family court.
Founded in 1876
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Carla Palumbo
President & CEO
Twyla Carter
Attorney-in-Chief & Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-06-13
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