Supervising Assistant District Attorney

Responsibilities

• Train newly hired and promoted Assistant District Attorneys, DAT Writers, and Legal Writers in case processing and courtroom practices
• Supervise the daily operation of ECAB, including the Complaint Room, DAT Unit, and Arraignment parts
• Ensure arrest matters are drafted and arraigned within the mandated 24-hour period
• Examine legal issues and make decisions on the prosecution of arrest matters based on case facts and applicable case law
• Review accusatory instruments for accuracy, proper charging, and facial sufficiency
• Handle telephone inquiries from law enforcement, defense attorneys, and the general public
• Supervise arraignment parts and address complex matters in court
• Access the ZOLPA system and prepare Chrono reports to monitor arrest-to-arraignment timelines
• Serve as the BXDA liaison with Corporation Counsel regarding juvenile matters

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience as an attorney
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

About the Company

The Bronx District Attorney’s Office seeks a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to serve the over 1.3 million members of the Bronx County community and pursue a safer Bronx through fair justice.