Research & Writing Attorney

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Job location
101 Marietta St NW
Suite 1500
Atlanta, GA 30303
United States
Organization information
Organization name: 
Federal Defender Program, Inc.
Street address: 
101 Marietta St NW, Ste 1500
City: 
Atlanta
State: 
Georgia
ZIP: 
30303
Job type: 
Legal - Defender
Position Description: 

Research and Writing Attorneys draft motions, memoranda, petitions, and briefs to be filled in the U.S.
District Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Research and Writing Attorneys
also consult with Assistant Federal Defenders on legal issues arising in motions practice, evidentiary
hearings, trials, and appeals. A Research and Writing Attorney may have to perform general paralegal
duties, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

Applicants must be a graduate of an accredited law school and admitted to practice, in good standing,
before the highest court of a state. Appellate writing experience or experience in handling federal criminal
cases is preferred.

To apply: 

Interested applicants must apply online by providing the information requested at the link below.
Required uploads include a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, CV, a relevant writing
sample such as a motion or brief, and contact information for two references. Please answer all questions
to be considered. You will only hear from us if you are granted an interview.

https://www.cognitoforms.com/FederalDefenderProgram/ApplyNowForThePositi...

Notes: 
Equal Opportunity Employer
Submission deadline: 
Tuesday, December 31, 2024