The Iowa Attorney General seeks an attorney for the Criminal Appeals Division. Attorneys in this division strive to keep in place the criminal convictions, sentences, and commitments obtained by county attorneys and state prosecutors from the Attorney General’s Area Prosecutions Division. They also advise on extradition matters, review legislation, assist in training, and keep victims informed.  These attorneys practice primarily before the Iowa Supreme Court and Court of Appeals, but also in the federal district courts, 8^th Circuit Court of Appeals and occasionally the United States Supreme Court. 

Some perks of working in this division include flexible work from home schedules; collegiality among the best appellate attorneys in the state; the opportunity to work on interesting, novel, or exciting cases; excellent work-life balance and benefits; and no hourly billing.

Successful applicants will have a dedication to public service and demonstrated superlative research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.  Previous appellate practice, judicial clerkship, and/or law review experience desired.