Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Appeals

Cobar; Denver (CO); Hybride; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Excellent writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Strong communication

Independent case load management

Team collaboration

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Admitted to Colorado Bar or eligible to waive into Colorado Bar

Outils

Legal research databases

Case management software

Description du poste

Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Appeals

The 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!

Applications will be reviewed and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. Interested parties are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

WHO WE ARE

The Office of the Attorney General/Department of Law is the "People's Lawyer." The Attorney General, Phil Weiser, was elected by the people of Colorado and is the State's chief legal representative and serves as legal counsel to all state executive and judicial agencies, departments, boards, and commissions. Our vision for the Department of Law is: "Together, we serve Colorado and its people, advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy and promoting justice for all." Our core values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, drive our actions and demonstrate our focus on being principled public servants who are innovative and better together. Learn more about the Colorado Attorney General’s Office here.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The 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 FOR

Applicants must be:

• Admitted to the Colorado bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. 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. For more information about admission to the Colorado bar please review information on the Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel.

Our ideal candidate for this position will have the following attributes or experience:

• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical abilities
• Strong oral communication skills
• Eagerness to solve complex legal problems
• An ability to manage an independent case load
• Developed collaborative skills and commitment to working as part of a team

In 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.

This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position within the Criminal Appeals Section.