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Commonwealth of Kentucky · 2 days ago

Staff Attorney Supervisor

Henderson, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

4+ years exp

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Public Advocacy is seeking an experienced trial attorney to lead the Henderson Trial Office, which specializes in representing indigent criminal defendants facing the death penalty. The successful candidate will supervise a team of lawyers and manage the office operations while ensuring effective representation and support for clients throughout the region.

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Responsibilities

Day to day supervision of a staff of lawyers and support professionals

Manage operations of a law office

Represents indigent criminal defendants facing the death penalty vigorously, effectively, ethically, and with integrity

Leads or participates in a criminal defense team that thoroughly investigates both the merits phase of the case and conducts an extensive mitigation investigation

Researches complex and novel legal issues and writes clear, compelling motions

Effectively negotiates plea offers while also preparing for complex litigation and trial

Acts as a legal resource to other attorneys within the agency

Travel is required

Qualification

Trial experienceCriminal defenseLeadership experienceLegal researchPlea negotiationSupervision skillsEthical representationIntegrity

Required

Must have four years experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law

Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission)

Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification