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About the Role
The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Texas is seeking a Research and Writing Specialist for the Capital Habeas Unit in Austin. This attorney role focuses on advanced research and writing for federal habeas corpus relief for indigent, death-sentenced prisoners across Texas courts.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced research and writing on claims for federal habeas corpus relief.
- Review and analyze complex records to identify claims and evidentiary needs.
- Collaborate with attorneys, mitigation specialists, investigators, and experts.
- Maintain close and regular contact with clients.
- Conduct field work, including gathering records and investigations.
- Stay current on developments in habeas corpus, criminal procedure, and relevant forensic science and mental health issues.
- Analyze legal decisions, statutes, and related materials.
- Prepare summaries, digests, and research compilations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited law school.
- Eligible to be licensed in the relevant federal courts.
- Strong legal research and word-processing skills.
- Clear and concise writing ability.
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and set priorities to meet critical deadlines.
- Demonstrated aptitude for excellence in criminal defense.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, colleagues, and court and agency personnel.
- Develop cultural competencies.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based practice and independently.
- Employment contingent on a satisfactory background check (FBI name & fingerprints).
Skills
- Legal research
- Word processing
- Legal writing
- Analysis of complex legal issues
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork
- Independent work
Location
- Austin
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Attorney
Education Level
- Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Benefits
- Retirement benefits under the Federal Employees Retirement System.
- Optional participation in Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB).
- Optional participation in Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP).
- Optional participation in Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance (FEGLI).
About the Company
- The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Texas provides legal representation.