Criminal Appellate Defense Attorney (Appeals)

Job Description

Job Description

Central California Appellate Program (CCAP) is seeking an experienced criminal appellate attorney interested in assisting court-appointed counsel of all levels who represent indigent defendants on appeal. (More detailed information about our organization is available at We offer a hybrid work environment but will consider a fully remote schedule under exceptional circumstances.

• Train and guide a panel of private attorneys appointed by the Third and Fifth District Courts of Appeal to provide counsel to indigent clients
• Provide the Third and Fifth District Courts of Appeal with administrative services related to court appointed cases
• Publish articles to train new and experienced attorneys on legal basics and evolving areas in criminal law
• Develop resources and MCLE training for the criminal defense community
• Represent clients directly on appeal on a select basis

Ideal Candidate

• Has a demonstrated interest in criminal defense
• Has experience researching and writing at the appellate level
• Communicates respectfully and professionally with colleagues, support staff, panel attorneys, court personnel, opposing counsel, and trial attorneys 
• Has ability to manage a wide variety of projects with attention to detail
• Is proficient with video conferencing applications (such as Zoom), and reviewing documents in electronic form