Appellate DAG - Criminal Appeals

DelDOT; Delaware; On-site; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness

Healthcare plan

Pension plan

Vacation days

Sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking a Deputy Attorney General to join the Appeals Unit. The position involves appellate and postconviction criminal litigation in state and federal courts, located in New Castle, Kent, or Sussex counties.

The Deputy Attorneys General provide legal research and guidance on core issues, serve as chief courtroom counsel before the Delaware Supreme Court, and support trial teams with complex legal analysis and immediate research assistance.

Qualifications

• Excellent research and writing skills are required.
• Must be a member of the Delaware Bar.

Responsibilities

• Handle appellate and postconviction criminal litigation in state courts and federally where applicable.
• Serve as chief courtroom counsel for the State before the Delaware Supreme Court and aid trial attorneys with complex legal issues.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Job description

The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking a Deputy Attorney General to join the Appeals Unit. The position involves appellate and postconviction criminal litigation in state and federal courts, located in New Castle, Kent, or Sussex counties.

The Deputy Attorneys General provide legal research and guidance on core issues, serve as chief courtroom counsel before the Delaware Supreme Court, and support trial teams with complex legal analysis and immediate research assistance.