In this role she researches, drafts briefs, and argues all post-conviction matters in capital cases. The cases include direct appeals and collateral post-conviction relief actions in state courts, habeas corpus actions in the federal district court, and appeals in those cases to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and U.S. Supreme Court. Prior to her current position in the Capital Litigation Section, Laura worked in the Criminal Appeals Section of the Arizona Attorney General�s Office where she was recognized as the Attorney of the Year in 2011. Aside from her legal work experience, Laura assisted in the implementation of a curbside recycling program in the county of Los Alamos, N.M., and also worked as a graduate assistant at the University of Mexico supporting the division director on a research project in the area of water resources.