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Criminal Law Attorney in Austin, TX

Capital Area Private Defender Service Sep 18,2019 Mar 06,2019 Location USA Austin TX
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Public Interest

Attorney

Criminal Law - Prosecution

Min 2 yrs required

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Writ Attorney Responsibilities: Review cases to identify possible wrongful convictions and be prepared to conference them in a team setting; Identify and prioritize cases for collaborative expert review of DNA evidence; Travel to meet with clients and conduct post-conviction investigations across Texas; Investigate, craft and litigate claims based on issues with DNA evidence as well as all other claims cognizable on habeas corpus review for those clients with cognizable DNA issues in their cases; Update clients on the progress of their materiality review and/or litigation; Maintain highest standards of advocacy, professional responsibility, client-centered representation and best practices in all areas of post-conviction review and representation; Keep abreast of legal opinions, legislative updates, forensic science developments and evolving best practices and legal ethics in post-conviction innocence and wrongful conviction review, investigation and litigation; and Document and track time spent on casework and other duties.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: Licensed attorney in the State of Texas by start date (attorneys needing to waive in or take the Texas Bar may be considered depending on the needs of the project); 2+ years of criminal defense/post-conviction/innocence work experience or its equivalent (clinical and clerkship experience may also be considered); Demonstrated commitment to client-centered indigent defense; Experience evaluating felony cases for the weight of the evidence; Experience in criminal defense/post-conviction/innocence investigations, including knowledge of national standards for defense investigation; Familiarity with national and state indigent defense best practice standards; Demonstrated high quality research and writing skills; Demonstrated diligence and initiative to set and accomplish goals and meet deadlines; Ability to function well in a team-based setting; Experience working with diverse populations; Experience managing and prioritizing a high volume of cases; Courtroom experience and the ability to negotiate and litigate motions with minimal supervision; Knowledge of Texas habeas law and practice (or a commitment to learn); Knowledge of DNA and other forensic disciplines, exhibited through either trial experience, appellate/writ experience, or courses taken; and Fluency in Spanish preferred.

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