Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Norman, OK

Public Interest

Norman, OK

Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Norman, OK

Attorney

Min 10 yrs required

No

Job Title

Staff Attorney

Job Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of the Staff Attorney position within the organization include conducting legal research and writing to support trial and appellate lawyers. The role involves mentoring lawyers and providing assistance with criminal defense attorneys, focusing particularly on legal research, writing, and organizing case materials for trial and appeal. Although participation in court proceedings may occasionally be necessary, the emphasis of the position is on research and writing projects and mentoring attorneys within the organization.

The Staff Attorney will assist attorneys primarily in the Non-Capital Trial Divisions, with occasional consultation with the Appellate Division and Capital Trial Divisions. This assistance will include legal research, drafting legal documents, and organizing case files for trial and appellate proceedings. The typical functions of the Staff Attorney include:

- Conducting thorough legal research using various resources.
- Drafting and editing legal documents, including motions, briefs, and other filings.
- Organizing and managing case files to ensure easy access to relevant information.
- Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of state and federal law, procedure, and evidence.
- Supporting attorneys with various aspects of case preparation, including witness preparation and trial strategy.
- Assisting with court appearances as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies required for this role include knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, regulations, constitutional law, and the Oklahoma constitution. Familiarity with agency policies and procedures, trial and hearing procedures, and rules of evidence is also necessary. Skills required include strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, attention to detail, and sound judgment. Abilities include presenting statements of fact and law clearly and logically, analyzing and applying various laws and regulations, conducting independent research, and representing the agency professionally.

Education and Experience

Candidates for the Staff Attorney position must be law school graduates from accredited law schools, possess a license to practice law, and be members of the Oklahoma Bar Association. Additionally, candidates must have at least ten (10) years of experience practicing criminal law. A special requirement for this position is adherence to the Oklahoma Rules of Professional Conduct.

Salary Information

Compensation for the Staff Attorney position is commensurate with qualifications and follows the agency salary schedule.

Benefit Highlights

The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their dependents. Benefits include:

- A generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
- A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
- Life, supplemental life, dependent life, and disability insurance plans.
- Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care.
- An employee assistance program and health/fitness programs.
- Fifteen days of vacation and fifteen days of sick leave in the first year for full-time employees, with amounts increasing with years of service.
- Eleven paid holidays.
- A retirement savings plan with a generous match.
- A longevity bonus for years of service.

Method of Application

Interested applicants are encouraged to provide a letter of interest and resume with their online application. Applicants without previous state service, with previous state service but not currently employed by a state agency, or currently in trial period status must apply through the Workday online External Listings applicant system. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.