What are the responsibilities and job description for the Term Investigator (Chapter 154 / Opt-In Special Litigation) Capital Habeas Unit (CHU)- Telework position at National Legal Aid & Defender Association?
Position Description
The successful candidate will serve as Opt-In Lead Investigator, focusing on critical factual inquiries concerning the applicability and operation of Chapter 154. Under 28 U.S.C.
The successful candidate will serve as Opt-In Lead Investigator, focusing on critical factual inquiries concerning the applicability and operation of Chapter 154. Under 28 U.S.C.
- 2261, federal courts must evaluate whether the state mechanism provided competent counsel, attorney compensation, and litigation resources in individual cases. This position involves re-examining historical state post-conviction records; locating and interviewing state post-conviction counsel, court personnel, and other witnesses; and developing evidentiary records regarding state-level deficiencies.