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City of New York · 3 days ago

Homicide Bureau: Trial Preparation Assistant, Level II

Bronx, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$56K/yr - $56K/yr

3+ years exp

The City of New York is seeking a well-qualified Trial Preparation Assistant Level 2 in the Homicide Bureau to aid in all aspects of case preparation from intake to final disposition. This role provides essential administrative support to the Assistant District Attorneys, Judges, and courts, ensuring effective case management and compliance with legal procedures.

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Responsibilities

Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents for discovery compliance and case preparation

Retrieve Death Certificates and Autopsies from OCME

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 entities

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

Qualification

Legal researchLegal terminologyCriminal justice systemAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsVerbal communicationMultitaskExercise good judgmentEthicsPrioritize tasksProblem-solving skillsMaintain confidentialityWritten communication

Required

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 Valid driver's license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience is required and must be maintained for the duration of employment

Preferred

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

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Familiarity with legal terminology and court procedures preferred

Understanding of the criminal justice system used in New York State and New York City is preferred

Ability to exercise good judgment and strong ethics

Exhibit an ability to maintain confidentiality of information