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Assistant Public Defender Ii & Iii
Towson, MD Organization is looking for experienced Attorneys to serve as a Circuit Court Attorney in Baltimore County, Maryland. Position Summary The Assistant Public Defender II & III positions require exceptional trial skills, innovative thinking, investigative skills, and the ability to work independently in managing an active felony caseload. Attorneys work in conjunction with social workers and core staff in a team-oriented environment. Attorneys must be able to balance a client-centered approach to representation with advocacy to address systemic inequity and the collateral consequences that lead to deeper system involvement. Job Duties - Represent clients in legal matters, including bail hearings, motions hearings, trials, and appeals in felony cases. - Ensure clients are consistently heard and respected. - Conduct legal research and analysis including changes in laws, legislation, procedural rules, court decisions, and case precedents in preparation for trial and to determine/ anticipate legal problems and propose resolutions. - Draft and prepare reports, memoranda in opposition, briefs, motions, correspondence, and appeals for clients. - Effectively and compassionately communicate with clients, team members, colleagues, and service providers to ensure optimal outcomes for clients. - Counsel and advise clients on changes in law, court decisions, and legal issues. - Negotiate with prosecutors and other parties to establish agreements to resolve cases favorably for the client. - Provide post-representation follow-up with the client regarding matters such as client release, and other appropriate collateral issues. - Competently, independently, and resourcefully manage a full caseload. - Continuously seek professional and personal development through trainings, CLEs, and trial skills courses. - Other duties as assigned by the Public Defender. Core Competencies and Requirements - Demonstrated commitment to serving communities who have been pushed to the margins. - Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. - Clear dedication to upending systemic racism, prejudice, and unfairness in the criminal justice system. - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds and lived experiences. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, diverse, team-oriented environment. - Exceptional organizational, legal, and administrative skills necessary to handle a high caseload. - Criminal trial experience required. Felony jury trial experience (experience handling complex criminal jury trials where clients are facing the possibility of a life sentence) is preferred. - Active membership in good standing in the Maryland Bar or Bar of another state. Attorneys barred in another state must become members of the Maryland Bar within 18 months of the start date. Minimum Qualifications - Education: A Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent degree from an accredited school of law. - Experience: Experience as a practicing Attorney. Salary - Assistant Public Defender II- $93,424.00-$115,048.00 (Grade 21: Step 08- Step 19) - Assistant Public Defender III- $103,514.00-122,774.00 (Grade 22: Step 10- Step 19) Benefits Salary is dependent on experience and salary rules will apply to State of Maryland employees. This would be a lateral transfer for any internal candidates applying. Please visit the State of Maryland Employee’s page to review benefit information. Further Instructions If you wish to be considered, please click below to fill out the application and submit the following items in one PDF attachment through the Maryland State Government Job Openings Resume Page: (1) a current resume, (2) a cover letter, (3) a list of four professional references, and (4) a writing sample no longer than fifteen (15) pages. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Assistant Public Defenders are full-time employees and cannot engage in the private practice of law while in this position. MD Code, Criminal Procedure Art., Section 16-203(d)(2). Organization is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities by modifying or adjusting the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee be considered for the position they desire; to perform the essential functions of the position in question; or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship. Applicants must be able to operate a computer and other office equipment. Applicants must have access to a motor vehicle or be able to navigate public transportation. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Tawanda Jackson, Human Resources Supervisor, at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** or **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Organization is looking for experienced Attorneys to serve as a Circuit Court Attorney in Baltimore County, Maryland. Position Summary The Assistant Public Defender II & III positions require exceptional trial skills, innovative thinking, investigative skills, and the ability to work independently in managing an active felony caseload. Attorneys work in conjunction with social workers and core staff in a team-oriented environment. Attorneys must be able to balance a client-centered approach to representation with advocacy to address systemic inequity and the collateral consequences that lead to deeper system involvement. |
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