Secondee (First Step Act and Post-Conviction)

Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate candidates for sentence reduction motions
• Develop, draft, and litigate motions for sentence reductions
• Engage in post-conviction release litigation, such as motions for early termination of supervised release
• Participate in court appearances and appear on the record in court as needed

Requirements

• Current employment as a law firm associate
• At least three years of experience as a law firm associate
• Strong research and writing skills
• Familiarity with the First Step Act, Sentencing Guidelines, federal criminal procedure, or post-conviction work
• Demonstrated commitment to indigent criminal defense and sentencing reform
• Permission from your current law firm employer to engage in this secondment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with incarcerated clients
• Prior in-court experience

About the Company

Federal Defenders of New York (FDNY) serves clients in the Second Circuit and the Eastern and Southern Districts of New York. Our office plays a vital role in identifying and advocating for individuals qualifying for sentence reductions and compassionate release under the First Step Act.