Mental Health Attorney: Statewide

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) seeks a dedicated and zealous litigator to serve as an Assistant Public Defender in the Mental Health Division (MHD). The Mental Health Division protects and advances the rights of indigent persons with […]

Juvenile Attorney, District I

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) seeks zealous and dedicated litigators to represent young people in both delinquency and criminal matters in our Baltimore City office.  We are committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourage […]

Juvenile Attorney: District II (Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, Worcester Counties)

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) seeks zealous and dedicated litigators to represent young people in both delinquency and criminal matters in District II, serving Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties located in the Eastern Shore of Maryland.  […]

Public Defender 3 (10117103)

Objectives Summary  ***This position qualifies for an additional geographical pay differential of $2.25 hourly/$4,680.00 annually***  Our department offers flexible work opportunities, including teleworking (a.k.a. working from home) and work schedules outside the typical 8 am to 5 pm schedule. Applicants […]

Public Defender 3 (3289)

Objectives Summary  This position is expected to handle Mental Health cases, Competency in both Metro and District Court, and handle SI cases, dangerousness hearings, and commitment hearings. Our department offers flexible work opportunities, including teleworking (a.k.a. working from home) and […]

Public Defender 4 (10117152)

Objectives Summary  ***This position qualifies for a Geographical Pay Differential of $3.75 hourly/$7,800.00 annually.*** Our department offers flexible work opportunities, including teleworking (a.k.a. working from home) and work schedules outside the typical 8 am to 5 pm schedule. Applicants selected […]

Public Defender 3 (10117150)

Objectives Summary  ***This position qualifies for an additional geographical pay differential of $3.50 hourly/$7,280.00 annually*** Our department offers flexible work opportunities, including teleworking (a.k.a. working from home) and work schedules outside the typical 8 am to 5 pm schedule. Applicants selected […]

Public Defender 3 (10117153)

Objectives Summary  ***This position qualifies for a an additional geographical pay differential of $2.50 hourly/$5,200.00 annually*** Our department offers flexible work opportunities, including teleworking (a.k.a. working from home) and work schedules outside the typical 8 am to 5 pm schedule. […]

Deputy Public Defender I

We are accepting applications to fill two (2) full-time Deputy Public Defender I positions; one located in Santa Barbara and one located in Santa Maria, for the Public Defender’s Office. We are also accepting applications to establish one employment list to fill current and […]

Assistant Public Defender

The Assistant Public Defender (APD) is a trial lawyer position that supports the appointed chief public defender, playing a crucial role in countering state prosecutions. The APD practices in various forums, including county, municipal, and township courts, offering quality legal […]