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Criminal Attorney / Litigation Attorney in Aztec, NM

New Mexico Public Defender Department Mar 10,2017 Feb 17,2017 Location Aztec NM
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Government

Attorney

Criminal Law - Prosecution

Litigation

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

$42,931.20 - $95,680.00 Annual

Min 1 yrs required

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Criminal Defense Trial Attorney The candidate will provide professional legal services for the Law Offices of the Public Defender in representing juvenile and adult indigent clients in areas of litigation, appeal, counsel, research, and analysis. Represents clients in criminal courts and defends clients when they are accused of committing criminal offenses. Attorneys represent and afford clients with due process in juvenile, magistrate, metropolitan, District courts, Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of NM in criminal cases. Meet with clients, file and argue motions, investigate cases, interview witnesses, proceed to trial and file any necessary appeals. Strives to holistically represent clients and address socio-economic issues that affect a clients' future and reduce recidivism rates. They research the rules of procedure and rules of evidence. File motions and summarize cases to judges and present the facts to juries. Prepare legal briefs and file appeals in state courts of appeal. They analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge derived from investigation and case law to determine whether a client should enter into a plea or go to trial. The appellate division listens to the record and determines if errors have been made by the lower courts based on their knowledge of the law. Learns and gains knowledge by handling misdemeanor/juvenile/ third and fourth degree felony cases or less complex appeals. The Associate Trial Attorney (at least 1 year as a practicing attorney) is required to have the legal knowledge and experience to independently handle misdemeanor/ juvenile and first through fourth degree felony cases or simple to complex appeals. The Trial Attorney (at least 3 years as a practicing attorney) handles complex and difficult cases in first through fourth degree felonies, misdemeanor and juvenile cases plus at this level the attorney is required to co-counsel and provide direction, training and assistance to lower level attorneys. May be required to direct, coordinate and supervise less experienced attorneys, other professionals and clerical staff. Conducts legal research/analysis of laws, precedents, legal issues, rules of procedure and evidence in preparation of cases. Reviews and investigates client cases to determine legal position and legal strategy. Prepares for litigation and appeals through initiation of legal documents, review of case information, obtaining evidence, conducting interviews and reparation of witnesses to testify. Researches changes in laws, legislation, rules, court decisions, case precedents, to determine/anticipate legal problems and propose resolutions. Drafts/reviews, proposes and prepares reports, memoranda in opposition, briefs, legal documents, motions, correspondence, and appeals for clients. Counsels and advises clients on cases such as pleadings, arraignments, trials, appeals. Represents the client in legal matters, such as motions, hearings, litigation and appeals. Explains, interprets and keeps client informed on changes in law, court decisions, legal issues and problems. Attends seminars, training classes and reviews current professional literature to maintain and develop professional skill and knowledge. Conducts plea bargaining with District Attorneys and other parties to establish agreements to resolve cases. Follows through on case by ensuring client release, client payments. Performs related work as required. Should have current license as an attorney issued by the New Mexico Supreme Court or eligible for limited license issued by New Mexico Supreme Court.

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Position #17-00015.

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