Fall 2027-Assistant District Attorney

The Bronx District Attorney’s Office is committed to serving the more than 1.4 million residents of Bronx County through its groundbreaking mission of “Pursuing Justice with Integrity.”

About the role

Assistant District Attorneys are given significant responsibility early in their careers and receive extensive courtroom experience from the outset. Once proficient, Assistant District Attorneys handle serious and complex cases and are expected to develop litigation skills quickly through regular court appearances, hearings, motion practice, evidentiary proceedings, and trials under the guidance of experienced supervisors. Assistant District Attorneys must commit to three years of initial service to the Office. Attorneys are routinely required to perform evening, night, weekend, and holiday assignments and may be required to respond on a 24-hour basis to crime scenes, police precincts, and booking facilities.

Legal Training & Professional Development

BXDA is committed to developing skilled, ethical prosecutors through a comprehensive training and professional development program. Attorneys participate in hands-on litigation training and ongoing continuing legal education. Training opportunities include simulation-based exercises, mentorship from experienced supervisors and bureau leadership, and advanced instruction in specialized practice areas. BXDA emphasizes hands-on supervision, collaborative case review, and continuous professional growth throughout every stage of an attorney’s career.

Career Pathway

BXDA offers a structured career pathway designed to build strong, experienced litigators through progressive courtroom responsibility and increasingly complex casework.

• Initial Assignment (Misdemeanor Practice): Following training, attorneys are typically assigned to either the General Crimes Bureau within the Trial Division or the Domestic Violence Bureau within the Special Victims Division, where they handle misdemeanor cases and gain extensive courtroom experience.
• Progression to Felony Practice: After approximately 18–24 months and based on demonstrated readiness, attorneys are eligible to transition to a felony trial or investigative bureau.
• Advanced Litigation Opportunities: In specialized bureaus, attorneys handle more complex cases, develop advanced trial skills, and take on increased responsibility.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship as of the first day of employment, as required by New York Public Officers Law 3(1).
• New York State residency as of the first day of employment.
• J.D. class of 2027 (May or December) or recent law school graduate admitted to the New York State Bar.
• Candidates who are not yet admitted to the New York State Bar must be eligible to practice pursuant to the practice order:
  • Sit for the first available UBE after graduation from law school and pass no later than the second administration.
  • Sit for the first or second MPRE after graduation from law school and pass the exam by the second administration.
  • Sit for the first or second NYLE after graduation from law school and pass the exam by the second administration.
• Commitment to three years of initial service.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.

Ideal Candidates

• Demonstrate sound judgment and integrity.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Resilience and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A demonstrated commitment to public service.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, law enforcement partners, victims, witnesses, and community stakeholders.
• Professionalism, accountability, and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pre-tax health, dependent care, and transit spending account options.
• Annual and sick leave.
• Deferred compensation.
• Membership in the NYC Employees’ Retirement System pension plan.
• Additional employee benefits.

BXDA fosters a collaborative and mission-driven environment that values professionalism, integrity, wellness, and continuous learning.

Pay

$85,000 (non-admitted); $90,000 (admitted).

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website.