Melanie Braverman
About Melanie Braverman
Melanie Braverman serves as an Agency Attorney at the New York City Police Department, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in the Bronx County District Attorney's Office and holds a Doctor of Law degree from St. John's University School of Law.
Work at New York City Police Department (NYCPD)
Melanie Braverman has served as an Agency Attorney at the New York City Police Department since 2019. In this role, she advises the Deputy Commissioner for Legal Matters on both short and long-term strategic goals for the Legal Bureau. Braverman represents the Deputy Commissioner in interactions with federal, state, and city agencies regarding critical legal issues. Her responsibilities include providing legal opinions to service members on matters such as probable cause, statute interpretation, and constitutional law. She also drafts communication responses on behalf of the Police Commissioner and the Deputy Commissioner.
Experience at Bronx County District Attorney's Office
Prior to her current role, Melanie Braverman worked at the Bronx County District Attorney's Office from 2015 to 2019. She held the position of Assistant District Attorney, focusing on Gun Readiness from 2017 to 2019. During her tenure, she contributed to various legal proceedings and gained substantial experience in prosecution. Additionally, she served as a Prosecution Clinic Intern for eight months in 2014, where she further developed her legal skills and understanding of the judicial process.
Educational Background
Melanie Braverman earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from St. John's University School of Law, completing her studies from 2012 to 2015. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in American History from the University at Albany, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background provided her with a strong foundation in legal principles and historical context, which supports her work in the legal field.
Previous Work Experience
Before entering the legal profession, Melanie Braverman held various positions that contributed to her skill set. She worked as a Residential Assistant at the University at Albany from 2010 to 2012, where she supported student needs and managed residential life. Additionally, she served as a Server at Buffalo Wild Wings from 2010 to 2014, where she developed customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.