Staff Attorney II

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws; a thorough knowledge of the problems inherent in the criminal justice field; the ability to act as advisor and/or counselor to clients assigned; the ability to meet and deal effectively with officials of the State, Court, or local prosecution; the ability to conduct special research projects; the ability to prepare detailed factual reports; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:   EDUCATION: Such as may have been gained through graduation from a law school of recognized standing, and EXPERIENCE: Such as may have been gained through employment as a practicing attorney or previous experience in a responsible position in a related field. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:  A J.D. from an accredited law school; admission to the Rhode Island Bar, or eligibility for waived admission.