Capital Appellate Attorney

Core responsibilities:

• Represent individuals, including those sentenced to death, in direct appeals and petitions for rehearing before the California Supreme Court and petitions for certiorari to the United States Supreme Court
• Represent individuals, including those sentenced to death, in related post-conviction proceedings in California superior courts and courts of appeal
• Prepare limited petitions for writ of habeas corpus and related pleadings before California courts at various levels
• Provide representation in all litigation following from any evidentiary hearings ordered in relation to habeas corpus petitions

This role provides high-quality post-conviction appellate representation in death penalty cases and works to improve indigent defense in California, ensuring access to justice for vulnerable populations.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Experienced attorney with knowledge of post-conviction criminal defense
• Knowledge and experience with the Racial Justice Act
• Some trial experience or experience litigating writs of habeas corpus (preferred)
• Ability to undertake significant roles in developing and presenting complex factual and legal issues

No specific compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the description.

The Office of the State Public Defender (OSPD) provides high-quality post-conviction appellate representation in death penalty cases and works to improve indigent defense in California.