National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 13 hours ago
Appellate Defense Counsel (Norman)
Norwalk, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expNational Legal Aid & Defender Association is seeking a full-time Appellate Defense Counsel in their Appellate East Division in Norman, Oklahoma. The role involves managing all phases of the direct appeal process for assigned cases before the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals and delivering legal representation throughout the appellate litigation process.
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Responsibilities
Performs case management activities at all phases of the direct appeal in the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals. This includes maintaining complete and accurate files of all pleadings and orders
Performs initial and on-going legal research
Reviews court records to identify legal error and develop legal and factual arguments within the wide scope of appellate review Reviews court records to identify error and develop issues and provide arguments within the wide scope of appellate review
Reviews jury instructions and makes appropriate recommendations for change if warranted
Makes note of important testimony/evidence admitted during trial to establish fact pattern and identify potential errors
Opens or supervises the opening of new client files
Communicates with client concerning status of the case and comply with reasonable requests for information
Directs or assists in appeal briefs and pleadings
Investigates matters outside the trial record when required
Prepares or assists in the presentations of oral arguments as necessary or when required
Prepares for or assists in the preparation to appear on the client’s behalf in district court as necessary or when required
Supervises, consults on, or prepares petitions for writs of certiorari to the United States Supreme Court in capital cases
Serves as Co-counsel and provides ongoing advice, assistance, and support to other attorneys
Participates in peer review of all attorney work product
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate degree
Active membership and good standing with the State Bar of Oklahoma, or eligibility for admission
Scheduled to take the Oklahoma Bar Exam
Knowledge of Oklahoma state court system
Conducting legal research
Knowledge of civil and criminal law and procedure
Effective oral and written communication
Interviewing clients, witnesses, and other parties
Investigative processes and procedures
Court proceedings to avoid legal error
Ability to prepare or assist in the preparation of legal documents for assigned cases
Level I: < 3 years of relevant criminal litigation experience
Level II: 3+ years of relevant criminal litigation experience with 1+ years criminal trial experience
Level III: 3+ years of relevant criminal litigation experience with 2+ years criminal trial experience
Level IV: 3+ years of relevant criminal litigation experience with 3+ years criminal trial experience
Level V: 3+ years of relevant criminal litigation experience with 4+ years criminal trial experience
Level VI: 3+ years of relevant criminal litigation experience with 5+ years criminal trial experience
Must abide by the Oklahoma Rules of Professional Conduct
Job related travel may be required
Benefits
Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
Wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
Life/Supplemental Life/Dependent Life/Disability insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
Employee assistance program and health/fitness programs
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees (amounts increase with years of service)
11 paid holidays
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
Longevity Bonus for years of service
Company
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.3MKey Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
April Frazier Camara, Esq.
President & CEO
Vernina A.
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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