Description

The Opportunity: We are seeking a trial attorney to join our office. You will represent clients accused of federal crimes through all phases of litigation – from pre-indictment consultations through appeal. Sentencing mitigation is also a large part of our work. Your caseload will be comprised of a diverse range of crimes, including drug trafficking, violent crimes, fraud, firearm, and other federal charges. You will work closely with clients, our investigators, paralegal, legal assistants, experts, and of course, fellow attorneys.

Requirements

Who You Are:
--A trial attorney who values collaboration, and is committed to our mission and zealous, yet compassionate and ethical, client advocacy.
--Ideally, have a minimum of three years of legal experience as a trial attorney, with a focus on criminal defense, and jury trial experience in either federal or state court. Experience in handling felonies is preferred.
--Be a licensed and active member in good standing of the Hawaii State Bar and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals; or upon hire, gain admission to practice in Hawaii.
--Courtroom experience including suppression hearings, trials, oral arguments, and sentencing hearings.
--Excellent legal research and legal writing skills.
--A demonstrated ability to identify, understand and manage complex factual and legal issues.
--Be able to communicate effectively and compassionately with clients who come from diverse backgrounds.
--A self-starter comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, and who can communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, colleagues, staff, and court and agency personnel as part of their employment.
--Comfortable with Microsoft Systems, Westlaw, Adobe Acrobat, and discovery management software.

How to Apply: Qualified persons are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible (first preferential review; the position will remain open until filled). To apply, send a single .pdf document via email to lynelle_oshita@fd.org with the subject line, “AFD Application.” The single .pdf document should be named, “Your Last Name, First Name,” (e.g., Smith, Mary) and contain the following:
--A plain face sheet with your last name, first name, and current employer or employment status. This should be centered on the page and in size 40 font;
--A brief cover letter;
--Your resume; and
--Three references (references will not be contacted until applicant is advised).
Accurate compliance with these application instructions is a factor expressly considered in the evaluation of the applicant. Due to the volume of responses expected, only those invited to interview will be contacted. Local candidates will be interviewed in-person in Honolulu. Non-local candidates will have the option of being interviewed via Zoom.