Appellate Criminal Attorney – Colorado

Cobar; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobar in Denver, CO is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Appeals Section to join a team of litigators. This role emphasizes rigorous research, compelling writing, and effective advocacy in appellate courts.

The successful candidate will draft briefs, argue complex issues, read the record thoroughly, and collaborate with district attorneys and victim advocates to serve justice for all.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required or equivalent.
• Admission to the Colorado Bar or eligibility to waive into the Bar is required.
• Strong writing, research, and advocacy skills essential.
• Experience in appellate criminal law is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend felony convictions on appeal before Colorado Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
• Write answer briefs and argue cases orally.
• Read the record and conduct comprehensive legal research on all claims.
• Provide support to other sections through moot court, legislative review, and editing.
• Interact with local district attorneys, crime victims, and victim advocates as needed.

Skills

Excellent writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Strong communication

Independent case load management

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Admitted to Colorado Bar or eligible to waive into Colorado Bar

Tools

Legal research databases

Case management software

Job description

Cobar in Denver, CO is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Appeals Section to join a team of litigators. This role emphasizes rigorous research, compelling writing, and effective advocacy in appellate courts.

The successful candidate will draft briefs, argue complex issues, read the record thoroughly, and collaborate with district attorneys and victim advocates to serve justice for all.