The Colorado Attorney General's Office
Assistant Attorney General (Criminal Appeals)
The Colorado Attorney General's Office, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Assistant Attorney General (Criminal Appeals)
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Section: Criminal AppealsPosition Number: LAA-9372-4/2024Salary Range: $83,292.00 -$120,000.00 YearlyApply By: Monday, May 6, 2024, 11:38 amFLSA: ExemptWork Unit: Criminal AppealsJob Location: 1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203Release Date: Friday, April 26, 2024Employment Type: Full-TimePosition Type: Non-ClassifiedThe Criminal Appeals section is seeking an intellectually curious attorney who thrives on researching and analyzing the law. This position requires exceptional writing ability; a passion for advocacy; and strong oral communication skills. While each of our attorneys is individually responsible for writing their own briefs, this is a collaborative team that regularly works together to resolve novel questions of law; discuss legislative proposals; and serve the people of Colorado. If you are looking for a challenging role that will allow you to grow with a great team, this position is for you!WHAT YOU WILL DOThe Criminal Appeals Section is Colorado’s prosecutorial authority at the appellate level of the criminal justice system. Our primary function is to serve the people of Colorado, as well as the interests of justice, by ethically and efficiently defending felony convictions before the Colorado Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. We do this by writing answer briefs and orally arguing cases, which range from relatively minor postconviction issues to complex white-collar crime, homicides, child abuse, and sexual assaults. Each attorney is individually responsible for reading the record, conducting legal research on all of the defendant’s claims, and crafting responsive arguments to explain why a conviction or sentence should be affirmed. In addition to writing answer briefs and conducting oral argument, our attorneys often provide support to other sections in the office through moot court sessions, legislative review, and legal editing. Attorneys are also expected to interact with stakeholders, including local district attorneys, crime victims, and victim advocates on a regular basis.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORQualified applicants
must
be licensed to practice law in Colorado or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar. Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application before the first day of employment along with an estimate of the date by which they expect to be licensed in Colorado.Our ideal candidate for this position will have the following attributes or experience:Exceptional writing, research, and analytical abilitiesEagerness to solve complex legal problemsAn ability to manage an independent case loadDeveloped collaborative skills and commitment to working as part of a teamIn addition, we are looking for a candidate with at least one year of experience as a practicing attorney. This includes fellowship or clerkship experience. Candidates without one year of experience may be considered if their application demonstrates a strong background in research, writing, and oral advocacy.Conditions of Employment:Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.This position offers a hybrid work environment. Some in-office work will be required.Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment.The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and believes that a diverse work force adds quality and perspective to the services we provide to the public. Candidates with diverse qualities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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Section: Criminal AppealsPosition Number: LAA-9372-4/2024Salary Range: $83,292.00 -$120,000.00 YearlyApply By: Monday, May 6, 2024, 11:38 amFLSA: ExemptWork Unit: Criminal AppealsJob Location: 1300 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203Release Date: Friday, April 26, 2024Employment Type: Full-TimePosition Type: Non-ClassifiedThe Criminal Appeals section is seeking an intellectually curious attorney who thrives on researching and analyzing the law. This position requires exceptional writing ability; a passion for advocacy; and strong oral communication skills. While each of our attorneys is individually responsible for writing their own briefs, this is a collaborative team that regularly works together to resolve novel questions of law; discuss legislative proposals; and serve the people of Colorado. If you are looking for a challenging role that will allow you to grow with a great team, this position is for you!WHAT YOU WILL DOThe Criminal Appeals Section is Colorado’s prosecutorial authority at the appellate level of the criminal justice system. Our primary function is to serve the people of Colorado, as well as the interests of justice, by ethically and efficiently defending felony convictions before the Colorado Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. We do this by writing answer briefs and orally arguing cases, which range from relatively minor postconviction issues to complex white-collar crime, homicides, child abuse, and sexual assaults. Each attorney is individually responsible for reading the record, conducting legal research on all of the defendant’s claims, and crafting responsive arguments to explain why a conviction or sentence should be affirmed. In addition to writing answer briefs and conducting oral argument, our attorneys often provide support to other sections in the office through moot court sessions, legislative review, and legal editing. Attorneys are also expected to interact with stakeholders, including local district attorneys, crime victims, and victim advocates on a regular basis.WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORQualified applicants
must
be licensed to practice law in Colorado or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar. Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application before the first day of employment along with an estimate of the date by which they expect to be licensed in Colorado.Our ideal candidate for this position will have the following attributes or experience:Exceptional writing, research, and analytical abilitiesEagerness to solve complex legal problemsAn ability to manage an independent case loadDeveloped collaborative skills and commitment to working as part of a teamIn addition, we are looking for a candidate with at least one year of experience as a practicing attorney. This includes fellowship or clerkship experience. Candidates without one year of experience may be considered if their application demonstrates a strong background in research, writing, and oral advocacy.Conditions of Employment:Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.This position offers a hybrid work environment. Some in-office work will be required.Candidates eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and application for Practice Pending Admission before the first day of employment.The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and believes that a diverse work force adds quality and perspective to the services we provide to the public. Candidates with diverse qualities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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