Attorney At Law (Remote)

Overview The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on crime prevention and addressing quality‑of‑life concerns while building lasting community relationships. The primary mission of the NYPD Office of the Deputy Commissioner Trials (DCT) is to expediently and efficiently resolve disciplinary matters while safeguarding the due process rights of uniformed and civilian members. DCT conducts fair and impartial de novo disciplinary trials, governed by New York law, and issues well‑reasoned reports and recommendations to the Police Commissioner following the conclusion of each trial.

Responsibilities Assisting administrative law judges in all aspects of preparing disciplinary reports and recommendations
Efficiently synthesizing complex legal and factual issues at a high level
Performing a wide range of legal research on a variety of issues related to law enforcement and administrative law
Providing support in preparing decisions and relevant data for public dissemination in order to foster increased transparency
Assistance with all aspects of case management and compilation of relevant case‑related statistics and data patterns

Additional Information PROOF OF GRADUATION FROM AN ACCREDITED LAW SCHOOL MUST BE SHOWN PRIOR TO HIRE
This position will be eligible for limited telework

Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited United States law school as defined in the Rules of the New York Court of Appeals (Sections 520.3 or 520.5) or admission to the New York State Bar.

Preferred Skills Strong legal writing and research essential
Foundational knowledge of the NYC Administrative Code, NYS Penal Law & Civil Service Law
Functional working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Adobe; familiarity with case management software is a plus

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Hours/Shift 0900-1700 Mon‑Fri

Agency and Role AGENCY ATTORNEY INTERNE - 30086

Equal Opportunity The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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