Defense Counsel (Claremore)
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Okgov · Rogers CountyPart-timeOn-siteToday
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Benefits
Salary commensurate with qualifications and within agency salary schedule.Job DescriptionThe Oklahoma Indigent Defense System (OIDS) is the statewide public defender agency which provides legal representation to indigent clients throughout the State of Oklahoma, with the exception of Oklahoma and Tulsa counties.OIDS is currently seeking a full-time Defense Counsel in our Non-Capital Trial Division, Claremore office.Basic PurposeProvide legal representation in non-capital cases, within the bounds and forums provided by law, in all phases of assigned cases.Defense Counsel represent indigent individuals in state court at the trial level in felony, misdemeanor, juvenile delinquency, traffic and wildlife cases; Counsel is also responsible for providing clients with competent legal advice and zealous advocacy at every phase of the criminal trial process.Typical FunctionsPerforms case management activities, this includes maintaining complete and accurate files of all pleadings and ordersCommunicates with client on all aspects of the case, including plea negotiations and post-judgement proceedings, according to agency policy and standards to ensure client can make informed decisions regarding legal representationCommunicates with client's friends and family to obtain pertinent information without disclosing privileged communication or confidential informationConducts independent and expeditious investigations relating to the client's guilt or innocence and potential sentencesCollects and maintains evidence acquired through the investigation per established standards and lawsPrepares for trial by filing pretrial motions; develop plea negotiation strategy based on jurisdictional practices and policies and with client's input; securing assistance from experts; and formulating a defense theory based on information produced through the investigationConducts ongoing legal research to identify new issues and prepare for briefing of argument on motionsPrepares for jury selection by considering legal challenges to selection procedure and developing questions and challenges to determine if the potential juror is suitablePreserves legal error for appellate review on all applicable groundsServes as Co-Counsel as assignedProvides consultation, advice, assistance, and support to other attorneys and staffPerforms administrative duties when askedLevel DescriptorPositions may be filled at Levels I - VI, depending on candidate experience.Salary commensurate with qualifications and agency salary schedule.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and CompetenciesSkills required include critical thinking; conducting legal research; written and oral communication; Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; attention to detail; sound judgment and decision making.Education and ExperienceApplicants should possess a Juris Doctorate degree, active membership and good standing with the State Bar of Oklahoma, or eligibility for admission. Or applicants should be scheduled to take the Oklahoma Bar Exam.Special RequirementsMust abide by the Oklahoma Rules of Professional ConductApplicants must be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position.Benefit HighlightsThe Oklahoma Indigent Defense System provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Benefits Include:Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiumsWide choice of insurance plans withVision insurancePaid time off
Additional Information
Job Posting Title Defense Counsel (Claremore) Agency 047 INDIGENT DEFENSE SYSTEM Supervisory Organization Okla Indigent Defense System Pryor Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular
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