Remote Capital Postconviction Lead Attorney

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and sick leave

Ten paid holidays

Personal holiday after six months

State group insurance (health, life,-d

Retirement plan with employer matching

Job summary

The Office of the Capital Collateral Regional Counsel–Northern Region is seeking a Lead Attorney to represent indigent death row inmates in postconviction proceedings. The role covers state and federal postconviction litigation, including motions, appeals, and habeas petitions, with opportunities to work with forensic experts.

Candidates must be Florida Bar members and comply with Fla. R. Crim. P. 3.112(k). State benefits apply, with flexible work arrangements considered.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of The Florida Bar and meet Fla. R. Crim. P. 3.112(k).

Responsibilities

• Litigate postconviction motions in state circuit courts and appellate courts.
• Litigate habeas corpus petitions in federal courts and appellate circuits.
• Collaborate with a team, clients, witnesses and experts throughout the postconviction process.

Job description

The Office of the Capital Collateral Regional Counsel–Northern Region is seeking a Lead Attorney to represent indigent death row inmates in postconviction proceedings. The role covers state and federal postconviction litigation, including motions, appeals, and habeas petitions, with opportunities to work with forensic experts.

Candidates must be Florida Bar members and comply with Fla. R. Crim. P. 3.112(k). State benefits apply, with flexible work arrangements considered.