Assistant Attorney General, Special Investigations and Actual Innocence

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

This attorney will research and write briefs in the Court of Appeals and Supreme
Court of Virginia in actual innocence cases. The attorney will conduct oral
arguments, evidentiary hearings, assist with ongoing criminal investigations,
and prosecutions as needed. This position reports to the Section Chief for
Special Investigations and Actual Innocence and can be based out of the Richmond
or Virginia Beach Office of the Virginia Attorney General. Some overnight travel
will be required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to litigate in all courts, particularly criminal prosecutions.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills as evidenced by writing samples and references.
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four (4) years of criminal law experience in trial or appellate courts.
• Admittance to the Virginia Bar is required.

Responsibilities

• Research and write briefs in the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Virginia in actual innocence cases.
• Conduct oral arguments.
• Conduct evidentiary hearings.
• Assist with ongoing criminal investigations.
• Assist with prosecutions as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees