Appellate Deputy Attorney General I-V

DelDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness

Health plan

Pension plan

Vacation days

Sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

Delaware Department of Justice seeks a Deputy Attorney General for the Appeals Unit, handling appellate and postconviction criminal litigation in state courts. You will serve as a chief courtroom lawyer for the State before the Delaware Supreme Court and provide critical research support to trial teams.

The role requires admission to the Delaware Bar and strong research and writing skills, with work located in New Castle, Kent, or Sussex Counties.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Handle appellate and postconviction litigation in state courts.
• Support federal habeas litigation and represent before the Delaware Supreme Court.
• Provide guidance and research assistance to Criminal Division trial attorneys in criminal matters.

Skills

Research skills

Strong writing

Education

Delaware Bar admission

Job description

Delaware Department of Justice seeks a Deputy Attorney General for the Appeals Unit, handling appellate and postconviction criminal litigation in state courts. You will serve as a chief courtroom lawyer for the State before the Delaware Supreme Court and provide critical research support to trial teams.

The role requires admission to the Delaware Bar and strong research and writing skills, with work located in New Castle, Kent, or Sussex Counties.