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The law school internship program at the Westchester District Attorney’s Office is designed to provide students with valuable experience in all aspects of prosecutorial work. Interns are assigned to a Division/Bureau where they help prepare cases for hearings and trials, conduct research, write briefs and assist with investigations. In some cases, interns are given the opportunity to make court appearances pursuant to the student practice order. During the summer, the Office conducts various programs to enhance the internship experience such as a mock trial experience and presentations by various speakers.

Spring Semester (part-time, 10 to 15 hours per week): Begins in January and concludes in May. Applications due by Nov. 1

Summer Semester (full-time, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.): Begins in June and concludes in July/August. Applications due March 1.

Fall Semester (part-time, 10 to 15 hours per week): Begins in September and concludes in December. Applications due by Aug. 1

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, professional references and a writing sample to:

Jackie Halper
Chief, Development and Training
111 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd., White Plains, NY 10601
Email: jhalper@westchesterda.net


The Special Prosecutions Division (SPD) investigates and prosecutes cases of domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, sex crimes and human trafficking. The Division is comprised of the Domestic Violence Bureau, the Child and Elder Abuse Bureau, the Sex Crimes Bureau, and the Victims’ Justice Center, which assists our prosecutors to support victims of crime.

Child abuse cases involve victims under the age of 16 and elder abuse cases are focused on victims older than 60, who have been physically victimized or harmed.

Specially-trained staff are on site to assist and support victims including domestic violence aides, trauma therapists and child welfare professionals. Language assistance is available.

Victims or witnesses of elder abuse can contact our Special Prosecutions Division at (914) 995-3000.

Victims or witnesses can contact our Special Prosecutions Division at (914) 995-3000.
 
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SPECIAL PROSECUTIONS BUREAU
Child Abuse and Elder Abuse Bureau

The Child Abuse Bureau the investigates and prosecutes criminal cases involving the sexual and physical abuse of victims younger than 16. Assistant District Attorneys are individually assigned cases and work closely with victims and families to assist in navigating the legal system.

The Elder Abuse Bureau investigates and prosecutes criminal cases committed against victims older than 60 who are specifically targeted because of their age. This includes domestic violence or neglect at the hands of a family member or caregiver; financial exploitation and thefts committed by a family member, caregiver, home health aide or a stranger; and abuse of power of attorney. Assistant District Attorneys, assisted by Criminal Investigators, who are individually assigned to cases are available to respond to the victim’s residence to make the legal process easier.

If think you are a victim of Child/Elder Abuse or witness to a crime, call your local police department or the Child Abuse and Elder Abuse Bureau at (914) 995-3000.

Domestic Violence Bureau

The Domestic Violence Bureau investigates and prosecutes criminal cases involving abuse between intimate partners. Forms of domestic violence includes assault, sexual assault, physical and emotional abuse, yelling, intimidation, stalking, violations of orders of protections or other orders pertaining to custody and visitation, and other controlling and threatening behaviors. Specially-trained prosecutors and domestic violence aides work closely with victims to assist in navigating the legal system, provide court-related information, develop a safety plan, obtain copies of Orders of Protections, refer to domestic violence shelters and counseling services. Language assistance is available and we do not talk about anyone’s immigration status.

If you believe you are a victim of domestic violence and abuse or witness to a crime, call your local police department or the Domestic Violence Bureau at (914) 995-3000.

Sex Crimes Bureau

The Sex Crimes Bureau investigates and prosecutes criminal cases of sexual assault involving child and adult victims. If you believe you are a victim or witness to a crime, call your local police department or the Sex Crimes Bureau at (914) 995-3000.

The Victims’ Justice Center

The Victims’ Justice Center (VJC) of the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office provides victims of crimes and their families information and assistance regarding their rights, their safety and resources available to help cope with the emotional, physical and financial impacts of crime.

VJC staff assists victims and survivors file applications to the New York State Office of Victim Services for reimbursement of fees associated with medical bills, funeral expenses or other financial losses experienced as a result of a crime against them or their families.

The VJC can also make referrals to community organizations or service providers that assist victims with legal matters beyond the scope of the VJC staff, and make referrals for counseling (includes remote tele-health) by a VJC trauma therapist at Westchester Jewish Community Services.

The VJC hours are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Victims’ Justice Center
Elida Lewellyn, Director
(914) 995-3300
VictimsJusticeCenter_Intake@westchesterda.net

VJC has bilingual Spanish-speaking staff. El Centro de Justicia de Víctimas tiene personal bilingüe que habla Español.

 

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