Assistant Federal Public Defender – Trial

THE FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER is accepting applications for an assistant federal public defender to be stationed in Phoenix. The federal defender organization operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3006A, to provide defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters by appointment from the court. The organization has staffed offices in Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, and Flagstaff. More than one position may be filled from this announcement. Requirements. An assistant federal public defender must be: (1) a graduate of an accredited law school; (2) admitted to practice in good standing before the highest court of a state; and (3) licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court by the time of entrance on duty. Applicants must have a commitment to criminal defense. Two years of experience in criminal trial work is required. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation including an FBI name and fingerprint check and an IRS tax check.