Assistant Public Defender I (Attorney)
Location: Newport News, Virginia
Description: Indigent Defense Commission is presently looking of Assistant Public Defender I (Attorney) right now, this career will be ordered in Virginia. More details about this career opportunity kindly see the descriptions. The Virginia Indigent Defense Commission (VIDC) is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Public Defender for the Newport News Public Defender's! Office. The qualified candidate should be committed to advocating on behalf 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 position reports to the Public Defender of the Newport News Office and is employed at will. A successful candidate is subject to fingerprint based criminal background check.
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 and researching, writing, and arguing appeals before the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Virginia.
Minimum Qualifications
Virginia State Bar Admission ! is required along with knowledge of criminal law and Virginia ! criminal law. Additional qualifications include the ability to argue legal positions effectively and persuasively, master subject matter and prepare cases thoroughly, and learn and accept constructive criticism. The qualified candidate will have the ability to multi-task, prioritize assignments and remain organized, respond quickly and effectively in addressing issues and questions, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. A valid driver's license and the means to travel is also required.
Preferred Qualifications
At least one year of experience in the practice of criminal law is preferred.
Special Requirements
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This career will be opened on: Thu, 03 Oct 2013 21:01:18 GMT
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