Capital Counsel
Core
Provides legal representation in all phases of assigned capital cases (death penalty) for indigent clients in Oklahoma, ensuring constitutional rights and mitigating factors are addressed.
Role type
Capital Counsel (Defense Attorney)
Builds
Defense strategies, legal motions, and post-judgment review for capital cases
Domain
Criminal Law / Capital Defense
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Legal research, case management, jury selection, trial preparation, sentencing phase strategy, appellate review, client communication, legal writing
Preferred skills
Knowledge of Oklahoma capital sentencing procedures, ABA Guidelines for Death Penalty Cases, juror rehabilitation techniques
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Responsibilities
Conduct independent investigations into guilt/innocence, prepare pretrial motions and plea negotiation strategies, develop defense theories, preserve legal error for appellate review, prepare for sentencing and post-judgment proceedings, serve as co-counsel, consult with other attorneys and staff
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior level (Levels I-V depending on experience)