Jobs at Neighborhood Defender Service Inc

Provides litigation and administrative support to a family defense legal team handling Article 10 and related family court cases. Responsibilities include client and court communication, filing legal papers, organizing discovery, preparing trial binders, maintaining case records, supporting investigations, assisting with emergency hearings and intake, and coordinating with attorneys, advocates, court staff, and service providers.

Provides vigorous homicide defense representation in Manhattan criminal courts, including arraignments, hearings, motions, negotiations, grand jury proceedings, and trials. Interviews clients and families, conducts legal research, prepares legal documents, manages discovery, coordinates interdisciplinary defense teams, collaborates across practice areas, mentors staff, and supports clients facing serious criminal charges. The role requires extensive homicide litigation experience, strong advocacy and writing skills, organizational ability, and eligibility for the First Department 18b Homicide Panel.