Paralegal

Division/Unit: General Counsel’s Office 

Civil Service Title: Community Associate

Position Title: Paralegal 

Salary Range: $50,470 - $53,544

Job Description: 

The New York County District Attorney’s Office (DANY) has openings for paralegals throughout the office. Paralegals provide a full range of support to the Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) in the prosecution of crime in Manhattan.  The General Counsel’s Office is seeking a paralegal who can assist ADAs in asset forfeiture and restitution matters, and who can also perform tasks in other subject areas handled by the General Counsel’s Office.   

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist ADAs in tracking funds related to asset forfeiture and restitution payments.
• Prepare all reports that track the intake and disposition of forfeiture and restitution funds;
• Work with others in the office and with partner agencies to identify forfeiture and restitution cases, locate victims, facilitate the transfer of funds to victims and other third parties, manage records relating to property seizures, and assist in preparing property for auctions.  
• Assist ADAs in drafting forfeiture and restitution documents, research memos, and other documents.   
• Assist ADAs in the investigation of forfeiture cases, asset tracing, net worth analyses, quantification of victim losses, and drafting of documents. 
• Assist ADAs in Extradition Proceedings/Process Fugitive (FOA) matters.   
• Handle Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests, inter-agency document requests and document requests pursuant to subpoenas and court orders.
• Assists ADAs with Extreme Risk Protective Orders (ERPO) as directed.
• Communicate effectively with all staff, both orally and in writing.
• Coordinate case schedules with courts, law enforcement officials, and defense attorneys.
• Draft correspondence and legal documents.
• Perform related administrative and clerical tasks as assigned.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, all candidates must possess the following:

• Level 1 – bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.
• Level 2 – bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and one (1) year of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent.
• Level 3 – bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and two (2) years of experience either as a paralegal in the criminal justice field or equivalent.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• One or more years’ experience working as a paralegal or in a law enforcement or law office. 
• Excellent organizational and creative problem-solving skills are essential.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
• Ability to learn, update, and edit existing proprietary applications, and quickly learn and use various computer systems.
• Ability to work independently with frequent interruptions, manage deadlines, and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
• Ability to interact and communicate (orally and in writing) with all levels of staff, court representatives, law enforcement representatives.

How to Apply:

• Apply with a Cover Letter, Resume, Writing Sample, and Transcript.

Hours/Shift:

• Monday - Friday from 9 am - 5 pm.

Additional Information:

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit/bureau/department and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
• Looking for candidates who could commit to one (1) year in the hiring unit.

Public Svc Loan Forgiveness:

• As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement:

• City Residency is not required for this position. 

The New York County District Attorney’s Office 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.