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Announcements

ADI Criminal Law Staff Attorney Position Open

Appellate Defenders, Inc. (ADI) is hiring a full-time criminal law staff attorney.  ADI is a non-profit law office that also acts as an administrator under the Rules of Court, rule 8.300(e) for the Fourth Appellate District Court of Appeal. Candidates must be able to start no later than September 1, 2025 and must reside in California, Southern California is preferred.

Please submit applications to Lynelle Hee, lkh@adi-sandiego.com by Friday, May 16th.

Lor more information see the the Job Posting.

SDAP Staff Attorney Position Open

The Sixth District Appellate Program (SDAP) is looking to hire a new staff attorney. Duties of a staff attorney include directly representing clients in appeals, assisting panel attorneys, and training. The staff attorney also evaluates the work of panel attorneys and reviews their claims for compensation in appointed cases.

Please submit applications to Jonathan Grossman, jonathan@sdap.org.

For more information see the Job Posting.

Upcoming MCLE Opportunities

SDAP Appellate Seminar 2025 - May 30, 2025 via Zoom

Hosted by Sixth District Appellate Program (SDAP)

May 30, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Panel attorneys from all of the projects are welcome and encouraged to attend!

Presentations will include Racial Bias in Jury Selection, SDAP Panel Wins, and Racial Justice Act on Appeal: Recognizing and Challenging Implicit Bias. Justice Daniel H. Bromberg, the Sixth District’s newest justice, will also speak.  SCHEDULE

*The seminar will provide up to 4.0 hours of MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours in implicit bias.*

Attorneys Wanted

Join the Panel for Indigent Representation with Flexibility and Impact!

  • Are you passionate about justice and ensuring fair legal representation for all?
  • Are you a new attorney looking to start an appellate career with training opportunities and case assistance?
  • Are you a seasoned attorney looking to shift gears and bring your expertise to a more flexible and fulfilling practice?