Assistant District Attorney - Virtual Currency Unit

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced prosecutor to join the Virtual Currency Unit (“VCU”). The VCU is committed to protecting the public by investigating and prosecuting criminal offenses involving the abuse of cryptocurrency in Brooklyn and worldwide.

Under general supervision, with latitude for independent initiative, judgment, and decision-making, the prospective candidate will perform the following duties:

• Collaborate with prosecutors, law enforcement officers, and virtual currency analysts to analyze allegations of criminal violations of New York State and local laws. Use blockchain data analytics and traditional law enforcement techniques to investigate and prosecute complex matters involving virtual currencies.
• Assist in the development of the VCU to investigate and prosecute criminal activity involving cryptocurrency. Research cutting edge legal issues related to the prosecution and seizure of cryptocurrency. Draft subpoenas, court orders, search and seizure warrants, indictments, and other legal pleadings. Present cases to the grand jury and develop cases for trial.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in cryptocurrency and advise KCDA staff in developing relevant office policies, documents, and templates. Work with other bureaus and units to enhance KCDA’s ability to trace and recover virtual currency assets.
• Lead training and presentations in the office and throughout Brooklyn to educate staff and the public about the dangers of scams and crimes related to virtual currency.
• Build and enhance relationships with law enforcement officers and agencies pursuing cryptocurrency cases. Collaborate with private sector actors with expertise in cryptocurrency matters to further VCU’s criminal enforcement mission.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates must be admitted to the New York bar, U.S. Citizens and obtain New York State Residency by the time of their hire.
• Familiarity with blockchain technology.
• A strong desire to focus on new and emerging crimes involving cryptocurrency.
• Experience investigating criminal matters involving complex law enforcement techniques.
• Three years’ experience is preferred.