Staff Attorney-Criminal Defense Practice (Lateral)

Staff Attorney-Criminal Defense Practice (Lateral) Still She Rises, Inc. (SSR) provides free legal representation to pregnant women, women with children, or women who are child caregivers facing legal matters in the criminal, child welfare, or economic justice space. Founded in North Tulsa, SSR offers client-centered, innovative, and holistic legal representation. We honor the dignity of the women we serve by championing our clients’ individual goals while also targeting systemic issues impacting the larger community. Responsibilities Criminal Defense Attorneys zealously advocate for individuals charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses in the Tulsa Criminal Courts. They appear in arraignments, hearings, and trials, and provide comprehensive representation in collaboration with attorneys and advocates in other practice areas to avoid or mitigate any enmeshed consequences that may arise from our clients’ contact with the criminal court system. Attorneys must consistently be prepared to litigate and confidently engage in skillful negotiations with judges, prosecutors, and other actors within the systems our clients navigate. Though primarily appearing in criminal courts, Attorneys also have the opportunity to co‑counsel cases in other venues (e.g., Juvenile Court, Civil Court) as necessary to provide the most effective client‑focused representation. Qualifications At least 3 years of practice experience in the field of criminal defense J.D. from an American Bar Association accredited law school Membership in good standing to the Oklahoma bar or eligibility for admission to the Oklahoma Bar via reciprocity admission on motion (requires continuous practice of law for at least three years of the five years immediately preceding application for admission) Applicants must demonstrate A commitment to defending indigent individuals in the North Tulsa community charged with criminal offenses Ability to litigate and confidently engage in skillful negotiations with judges, prosecutors, and other actors within the systems our clients navigate Excellent research, writing, and courtroom advocacy skills Ability and desire to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams A commitment to defending indigent individuals in the North Tulsa community at all stages of juvenile abuse, neglect, and dependency proceedings Experience and interest in working in and with racially and socioeconomically oppressed communities Ability to think critically and quickly on their feet Strong communication and interpersonal skills Compensation Salary commensurate with experience plus medical, dental, vision, life, FSA, and 401(k) with 4% employer contribution. To Apply Upload a single document containing a cover letter and resume to Stillsherises.org in the Careers tab. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io with any questions regarding the position. Equal Opportunity Statement Still She Rises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring, and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations, and communities to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Still She Rises, Tulsa