Law Fellow

The Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor (SNP) has two openings for current law school students interested in working as a Law Fellow within the Discovery Litigation and Compliance Unit.Job Responsibilities:Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on relevant case and statutory lawAssist in the collection and receipt of discovery materials from the NYPD at a precinct level (i.e., command logs, memo books), DEA and other agenciesAssist in review and collection of Body-Worn Camera footageAssist in the organization of voluminous case filesAnalyze, redact and reproduce case documentsAbility to work independently, manage deadlines and adapt to changes in workflow processesOther duties and responsibilities as assignedQualifications::Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access); editing, redacting and converting documents in Adobe and experience using Lexis/Nexis and Westlaw applicationMust have strong attention to detail and a high concern for data accuracyAbility to multitask and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentMust have excellent organization, communication, writing and problem solving skillsDetail-oriented with the ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures and guidelinesMust be able to maintain a high degree of confidentialityFamiliarity with recent discovery reform procedures preferredAuthorization to work in the United States is required for this positionMinimum Educational Requirements:Bachelor's degree required and candidate can be in there first, second or third year of law school.Special Note: This is a part-time position for 10-25 hours per week with flexibility.Interview Materials: Applicants invited to interview must bring to the interview an official law school transcript, a writing sample, and a list of three professional references.Public Svc Loan Forgiveness: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. Please review the notice to see if you may be eligible for programs and how to apply at nyc.gov/studentloans.Residency Requirement:City Residency is not required for this positionTO APPLY:We appreciate your interest in a position with the Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor. Please complete an employment application and submit a resume and cover letter online at: or Click "Apply Now" below.Due to the number of applications we receive, we are only able to respond to candidates who are selected to participate in the full screening process. We sincerely appreciate all candidates for their interest in working for The Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor.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: 12/22/2025POST UNTIL: Until FilledThe Office of the Special Narcotics Prosecutor is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Diversity and Inclusion

Created: 2026-04-02