What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney Supervisor position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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7/15/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
24-03843
Staff Attorney Supervisor
Pay Grade 19
Salary
$65,588.40 - $98,383.44 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy
Location
5 Mill Creek Park
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Post Conviction Branch is excited to announce an attorney supervisor position in our Frankfort Office overseeing the litigation unit. This unit litigates a wide variety of cases including RCr 11.42 motions, CR 60.02 motions, and declaratory judgment actions. Claims litigated in these cases will include newly discovered evidence, Brady violations, parole related matters, as well as matters related to ineffective assistance of counsel involving investigation, experts, mitigating evidence, and other matters. The litigation occurs in circuit court through filing pleadings and conducting evidentiary hearings and in appellate courts when challenging adverse rulings.
Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy is looking for an individual who is licensed to practice law in the state of Kentucky who have demonstrated a desire to help the most vulnerable in their communities. The ideal candidate exhibits exceptional organizational skills, possesses excellent research and writing skills, is self-directed, and is also comfortable working with their defense team which includes other attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers, and legal office administrative staff. We seek a person who understand it is a privilege to represent our clients and that we do so on behalf of the people of Kentucky.
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission). Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Sam Potter at sam.potter@ky.gov or 502-564-3948.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
7/15/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
24-03843
Staff Attorney Supervisor
Pay Grade 19
Salary
$65,588.40 - $98,383.44 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy
Location
5 Mill Creek Park
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Post Conviction Branch is excited to announce an attorney supervisor position in our Frankfort Office overseeing the litigation unit. This unit litigates a wide variety of cases including RCr 11.42 motions, CR 60.02 motions, and declaratory judgment actions. Claims litigated in these cases will include newly discovered evidence, Brady violations, parole related matters, as well as matters related to ineffective assistance of counsel involving investigation, experts, mitigating evidence, and other matters. The litigation occurs in circuit court through filing pleadings and conducting evidentiary hearings and in appellate courts when challenging adverse rulings.
Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy is looking for an individual who is licensed to practice law in the state of Kentucky who have demonstrated a desire to help the most vulnerable in their communities. The ideal candidate exhibits exceptional organizational skills, possesses excellent research and writing skills, is self-directed, and is also comfortable working with their defense team which includes other attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers, and legal office administrative staff. We seek a person who understand it is a privilege to represent our clients and that we do so on behalf of the people of Kentucky.
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Manages day-to-day operations of the work unit and supervision of staff.
- Compile Monthly Reports to submit to Branch Manager of work product for him/herself and the Unit.
- Work under tight deadlines as set by the Courts
- Represents people not able to afford an attorney who have been convicted of felony criminal offenses vigorously, effectively, ethically, and with integrity.
- Duties are performed in the office, courtroom, and correctional settings.
- Travel is required.
EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission). Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Sam Potter at sam.potter@ky.gov or 502-564-3948.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $65,588 - $98,383