Indigent Defense Trial Attorney - Enid

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state paid benefit allowance

Wide choice of insurance plans

Life/Supplemental Life/Dependent Life/

Job summary

The Oklahoma Indigent Defense System (OIDS) is seeking a full-time Defense Counsel in Enid to represent indigent clients in state court at the trial level across felony, misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, traffic and wildlife cases.

Responsibilities include filing pretrial motions, developing defense strategies, conducting thorough investigations, and providing zealous advocacy from start to finish. Juris Doctorate and Oklahoma Bar admission or eligibility are required, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree and active State Bar of Oklahoma membership or eligibility for admission.
• Must abide by the Oklahoma Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Willingness to travel as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Performs case management with complete files of pleadings and orders.
• Communicates with clients about plea negotiations and post-judgement proceedings.
• Investigates cases and collects evidence.
• Prepares for trial with pretrial motions and defense strategy.
• Conducts legal research and briefs motions.
• Assists with jury selection and trial preparation.

Skills

Legal research

Written & oral communication

Trial preparation

Investigative skills

Case management

Client communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Juris Doctorate

State Bar admission

Oklahoma Bar Exam eligibility

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Oklahoma State Court Network

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Oklahoma Indigent Defense System (OIDS) is seeking a full-time Defense Counsel in Enid to represent indigent clients in state court at the trial level across felony, misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, traffic and wildlife cases.

Responsibilities include filing pretrial motions, developing defense strategies, conducting thorough investigations, and providing zealous advocacy from start to finish. Juris Doctorate and Oklahoma Bar admission or eligibility are required, with travel as needed.