Appellate Attorney, Child Protection Division

MaineGuide; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental leave

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a full-time appellate attorney in the Child Protection Division. The role centers on strong writing, efficient handling of trial records, and crafting precise motions and briefs for appellate review, primarily in the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.

Candidates must be admitted to the Maine Bar, demonstrate outstanding oral advocacy, and meet deadlines. Responsibilities may include petitions for certiorari at the U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to the Maine Bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Write precise motions and briefs for appellate cases.
• Manage voluminous trial records and transcripts and meet deadlines.
• Prepare briefs for Maine Supreme Judicial Court and occasionally respond to Petitions for Certiorari.

Job description

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a full-time appellate attorney in the Child Protection Division. The role centers on strong writing, efficient handling of trial records, and crafting precise motions and briefs for appellate review, primarily in the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.

Candidates must be admitted to the Maine Bar, demonstrate outstanding oral advocacy, and meet deadlines. Responsibilities may include petitions for certiorari at the U.S.