What are the responsibilities and job description for the Law Fellow position at Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor?
The Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor (SNP) has an opening for a current evening law school student interested in working as a Law Fellow within the Discovery Litigation and Compliance Unit.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on relevant case and statutory law
- Assist in the collection and receipt of discovery materials from the NYPD at a precinct level (i.e., command logs, memo books), DEA and other agencies
- Assist in review and collection of Body-Worn Camera footage
- Assist in the organization of voluminous case files
- Analyze, redact and reproduce case documents
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and adapt to changes in workflow processes
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification Requirements:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access); editing, redacting and converting documents in Adobe and experience using Lexis/Nexis and Westlaw application
- Must have strong attention to detail and a high concern for data accuracy
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Must have excellent organization, communication, writing and problem solving skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelines
- Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Familiarity with recent discovery reform procedures preferred
- Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required and candidate must have completed their first year of law school.
Special Note: This is a part-time position for 15-25 hours per week with flexibility.
HOW TO APPLY:
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED
AS THE OFFICE OF THE SPECIAL NARCOTICS PROSECUTOR NO LONGER ACCEPTS HARD COPIES OF RESUME
We offer a competitive hourly wage. If interested, please submit a resume and cover letter online at:
www.snpnyc.org/contact/career-employment
Additional Information:
- Pursuant to the Mayor’s Executive Order 75, as of August 2, 2021, all newly hired employees must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered employment with SNP, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved at the time of your on-boarding process.
- As a current or prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.
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.
Posting Date: September 27, 2022
Post Until: Until Filled