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Price Benowitz LLP

Criminal Defense Attorney

Columbia, SC · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

C., with offices and attorneys serving clients across Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, South ... Handle Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) matters, including case evaluation, investigation, drafting ...

Price Benowitz LLP

Criminal Defense Attorney

Columbia, SC · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

C., with offices and attorneys serving clients across Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, South ... Handle Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) matters, including case evaluation, investigation, drafting ...

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How much do post conviction attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for post conviction attorney in the United States is $119,188.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a post conviction attorney?

Post conviction attorneys are lawyers who specialize in representing individuals after they have been convicted of a crime. Their primary role is to review cases for legal errors, investigate new evidence, and file motions or appeals to challenge wrongful convictions or excessive sentences. They work on issues such as habeas corpus petitions, ineffective assistance of counsel claims, and requests for sentence reductions. These attorneys play a vital role in ensuring that justice is served, especially when new information comes to light after a trial.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a post conviction attorney?

To thrive as a Post Conviction Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor degree, state bar admission, and a deep understanding of criminal law and appellate procedures. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis and case management systems is essential. Strong analytical thinking, written advocacy, and client communication skills set outstanding attorneys apart in this field. These competencies are crucial for effectively challenging convictions, navigating complex legal standards, and securing justice for clients.

What are the most common challenges faced by post conviction attorneys in handling appeals and post-conviction relief cases?

Post Conviction Attorneys often encounter challenges such as navigating complex procedural rules, tight filing deadlines, and obtaining new evidence that was not available during the original trial. They must thoroughly review trial records to identify potential constitutional violations or ineffective assistance of counsel claims. Additionally, working with incarcerated clients and managing their expectations can add unique complexities to the role. Collaboration with investigators, experts, and sometimes appellate courts is essential to building a strong case for relief.

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Infographic showing various Post Conviction Attorney job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,188 per year, or $57.3 per hour.

CAPITAL COLLATERAL REGIONAL COUNSEL, MIDDLE REGION- ASSISTANT CAPITAL COLLATERAL COUNSEL I -21015655

Temple Terrace, FL • On-site

State of Florida
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

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Requisition No: 880172
Agency: Justice Administrative Commission
Working Title: CAPITAL COLLATERAL REGIONAL COUNSEL, MIDDLE REGION- ASSISTANT CAPITAL COLLATERAL COUNSEL I -21015655
Pay Plan: Capital Collateral
Position Number: 21015655
Salary: $100,000.00 - $110.000.00
Posting Closing Date: 12/31/2026
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The Office of the Capital Collateral Regional Counsel - Middle Region ("CCRC-M") has an opening for a full-time capital post-conviction attorney position in Tampa Bay, Florida. CCRC-M advocates for indigent persons sentenced to death in the State of Florida in their state and federal post-conviction proceedings.
Job Duties: CCRC-M attorneys must be able to develop rapport with death-sentenced clients, to investigate, draft, and present motions for post-conviction relief in state court, and to litigate access to public records. CCRC-M attorneys will also conduct evidentiary hearings in state circuit court, and file and argue appeals in the Florida Supreme Court. Attorneys will file Petitions for Writs of Habeas Corpus in the federal district courts, and handle appeals there from in the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. Attorneys will also work closely with their investigators to clients' friends and family members; identify documents to collect; review trial evidence; and work with experts to develop mitigation themes and challenge forensic evidence.
Requirements: Candidates must be able to organize work and set priorities to meet critical state and federal court deadlines. This position may require travel. It may also require occasionally working beyond business hours, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. A background investigation is required as a condition of employment.
Selection Criteria: Candidates must possess a commitment to the defense of death-sentenced individuals; have excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, and an ability to think creatively and strategically about capital litigation. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to develop a rapport with people of different backgrounds; be able to work independently and take initiative; be capable of analyzing and communicating complex information; and work well in teams.
Salary/Benefits: This is a full-time, at-will position. The salary range is $100,000 to $110,000 and is commensurate with qualifications and previous experience in criminal and/or capital post-conviction cases. Please note that salary is a portion of your total compensation, as benefits include health and life insurance as well as various supplemental plans; and paid annual leave, sick leave and state-recognized holidays. Benefits also include retirement options such as an investment or pension plan.
How to Apply: Interested applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume, references, and a writing sample to Eric Pinkard (pinkard@ccmr.state.fl.us), Gerod Hooper (hooper@ccmr.state.fl.us), and Ehrin Saladino (saladino@ccmr.state.fl.us). PLEASE NOTE: Applications sent directly to People First will not be reviewed. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; this posting may be used to fill more than one position.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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