Assistant Capital Defender

State of North Carolina

Durham County, NC, United States
Base: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Capital murder defense
Legal research skills
Trial preparation experience
The Office of the Capital Defender provides representation for indigent clients charged with capital murder

Job Summary

  • The Office of the Capital Defender provides representation for indigent clients charged with capital murder.
  • Candidates will engage in fact and mitigation investigations to prepare compelling defenses.
  • The role involves conducting legal research and developing trial strategies for capital litigation.

Matching Summary

The Office of the Capital Defender provides representation for indigent clients charged with capital murder.

Salary

Base: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • capital murder defense
  • legal research skills
  • trial preparation experience

Nice-to-have

  • strong negotiation skills
  • effective communication abilities
  • team collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree
  • active law license in North Carolina
  • two years of felony trial experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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