Trial Preparation Assistant - Trial Division

Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor has three (3) openings for Trial Preparation Assistants (i.e., Paralegals) within its Trial Division Unit. Trial Preparation Assistants provide a full-range of administrative support to the Assistant District Attorneys performing complex legal work. Job Responsibilities Communicate and acquire documents from other government agencies such as NYPD, Department of Justice, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt to changes in workflow processes. Coordinate case schedules with courts, law enforcement officials, witnesses, and defense attorneys. Effectively communicate with all levels of staff, court and law enforcement representatives, and witnesses. Compile, analyze, redact, and reproduce case documents. Draft legal documents such as subpoenas and orders to produce. Perform accurate legal research. Secure, listen to, and transcribe phone calls from the Department of Corrections. Maintain electronic files and databases accurately. Prepare court calendars in a timely manner. Travel outside the office to other locations and agencies when required. Perform related administrative and clerical tasks. Qualifications 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. Knowledgeable about e‑discovery procedures. Comfortable with interviewing witnesses when deemed necessary. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access); editing, redacting and converting documents in Adobe and experience using Lexis/Nexis and Westlaw. Must have strong attention to detail and a high concern for data accuracy. Fluency in a foreign language is helpful but not necessary. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. Bachelor's degree in a related field of study with a minimum of one year of legal work experience required; or approved certificate in Paralegal Studies with extensive legal work experience. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401K, union benefits and more. Additional Information 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. Equal Opportunity Employment 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: 06/15/2026 Post Until: 06/28/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor