Assistant Public Defender I (Attorney)
Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
Description: Indigent Defense Commission is presently looking of Assistant Public Defender I (Attorney) right now, this job will be delegated in Virginia. For detail informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. The Virginia Indigent Defense Commission (VIDC) Chesapeake Public Defender Office has an opening for an attorney, who is committed to advocating on beh! alf of indigent clients. The attorney will handle trial and appellate cases. The VIDC is committed to providing quality legal services for indigent defendants charged with criminal offenses. The Assistant Public Defender reports to the Public Defender of the Chesapeake Office and is employed at will. A successful candidate is subject to a fingerprint based criminal background check. Starting salary will be $48,183.
Duties:
Duties include conducting client and witness interviews, working with staff investigators to investigate cases, filing pretrial motions and litigating motions. The attorney will be responsible for trying cases in the General District, Juvenile, and Circuit Courts, as well as identifying appropriate sentencing alternatives for clients.
Minimum Qualifications
The Attorney must have the basic knowledge of investigative and interviewing procedures, techniques, and duties. Also, should have basic familiarization with law e! nforcement systems (databases and case management).
T! he qualified candidate should be able to receive direction from multiple resources and have the working skills to analyze probable outcomes of cases. Must be able to analyze client records, evaluate client's needs, and recommend programs as well as work independently and dependently in a fast paced, team driven environment. Must be able to communicate and interact with the public, office colleagues and judicial system personnel and be very detail oriented. The ability to learn and accept constructive criticism is important as well as the ability to respond quickly and effectively in addressing issues and questions. Should have the ability to prepare legal briefs, prepare appeals, evaluate findings and develop strategies based on the findings. The ability to argue effectively and persuasively in a court room setting, respond quickly and effectively addressing issues and questions, master subject matter and prepare cases thoroughly is required.
Virginia State Bar adm! ission and Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree is required for consideration. Minimum qualifications include that the Attorney must also be VIDC certified to handle Misdemeanor cases. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications and keyboarding is required. The qualified applicant will have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing as well as the ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments and remain organized. A valid driver's license and the means to travel to all courts and regional jails are required.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in representing indigent defendants in a Public Defender Office or as a Court Appointed attorney, including jury trial experience, and experience trying complex cases. VIDC certification for felony and/or juvenile cases is preferred.
Special Requirements
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If you were eligible to this job, please send us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Ind! igent Defense Commission.
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This job will be opened on: Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:36:11 GMT
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