Indigent Defense Trial Counsel (Lawton)

Oklahoma Watch Inc.; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

15 days vacation and sick leave

Retirement Savings Plan with match

Job summary

Oklahoma Watch Inc. is seeking a full-time Defense Counsel to represent indigent clients in the Lawton office of the Oklahoma Indigent Defense System. The role involves managing cases at the trial level, providing legal counsel, and preparing for court proceedings.

The ideal candidate should possess a Juris Doctorate degree, be a member in good standing with the Oklahoma State Bar or scheduled to take the bar exam, and demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal laws, trial procedures, and rules of evidence.
• Strong decision-making ability and sound judgment.
• Proven ability to articulate legal positions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent clients in state court for various cases.
• Conduct independent investigations and legal research.
• Prepare trial strategies and motions based on case facts.

Skills

Legal research

Critical thinking

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Active membership in State Bar of Oklahoma

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis/Nexis

Microsoft Office

Job description

Oklahoma Watch Inc. is seeking a full-time Defense Counsel to represent indigent clients in the Lawton office of the Oklahoma Indigent Defense System. The role involves managing cases at the trial level, providing legal counsel, and preparing for court proceedings.

The ideal candidate should possess a Juris Doctorate degree, be a member in good standing with the Oklahoma State Bar or scheduled to take the bar exam, and demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills.