Attorney I, II, III (Public Defender)

Position Requirements for the Attorney I, II, & III at the Office of the Public Defender:  To qualify for the Attorney I classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is: Experience: None required. Education: Graduation from an accredited law school. To qualify for the Attorney II classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is: Experience: Three years of general legal experience, or two years of criminal law, or one year in a District Attorney's Office or Public Defender's Office as an Attorney I equivalent in Napa County. Education: Graduation from an accredited law school. To qualify for the Attorney III classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities. A desirable combination is: Experience: Four years of general legal experience or three years of criminal law, or one year in a District Attorney's or Public Defender's Office as an Attorney II equivalent in Napa County. Education: Graduation from an accredited law school. License or Certificate: *Active membership in the California State Bar Association. Possession of a valid California Driver's License. *Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County.  For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position.