Criminal Appeals Staff Attorney - Public Defense Advocate

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The Legal Aid Society is seeking a Staff Attorney for the Criminal Appeals Bureau in New York City, to start in or around September 2027. The role involves handling post-conviction matters, briefs, and oral arguments in New York's appellate courts, with a client-centered approach to vulnerable populations. Qualified candidates will be admitted to the New York State Bar (or eligible) and possess strong writing, research, and advocacy skills, along with a commitment to racial and social justice in

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