Appellate Attorney
2 days ago
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
Utah Indigent Appellate Defense Division
Full-time
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Company Description The Utah Indigent Appellate Defense Division is committed to protecting the rights and dignity of clients through zealous, compassionate, and client-centered advocacy. The division focuses on providing high-quality representation in appellate and postconviction proceedings for adults convicted of crimes. It also advocates for parents in cases where the State has removed their children. Team members work within a mission-driven environment that emphasizes careful legal analysis, strong written advocacy, and respect for each client’s individual circumstances.
Role Description The Appellate Attorney will provide appellate and postconviction representation to indigent adults and parents, including reviewing trial records, identifying appealable issues, and drafting high-quality briefs and motions. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal research, analyzing case law and statutes, preparing written and oral arguments, and communicating with clients to ensure their perspectives and goals are fully understood and respected. The attorney will collaborate with colleagues and support staff, appear in appellate courts as needed, and manage a caseload in a timely and organized manner. This is a full-time hybrid role based in Salt Lake City, UT, with the opportunity for some work from home.
Qualifications
• Strong foundation in appellate practice and procedure, and the ability to provide sound legal advice in complex criminal matters.
• Demonstrated research skills, including case law analysis, statutory interpretation, and fact investigation.
• Juris Doctor (J.
D.) from an accredited law school and licensure, or eligibility for immediate licensure, to practice law in Utah.
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills, with attention to detail and the ability to present clear, persuasive arguments.
• Commitment to indigent defense, client-centered representation, and equitable access to justice.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, meet deadlines, work collaboratively in a team, and use legal research and case management software effectively.
• Strong foundation in appellate practice and procedure, and the ability to provide sound legal advice in complex criminal matters.
• Demonstrated research skills, including case law analysis, statutory interpretation, and fact investigation.
• Juris Doctor (J.
D.) from an accredited law school and licensure, or eligibility for immediate licensure, to practice law in Utah.
• Excellent legal writing and oral advocacy skills, with attention to detail and the ability to present clear, persuasive arguments.
• Commitment to indigent defense, client-centered representation, and equitable access to justice.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, meet deadlines, work collaboratively in a team, and use legal research and case management software effectively.