You will serve in the courts of Trumbull County as a trial-level attorney that provides criminal defense representation to clients who cannot otherwise afford an attorney. Essential duties include: Prepare cases for trial; Communicate with clients; Try cases as lead counsel or as co-counsel; Represent clients in community control violations; Conduct arraignments, pre-trial conferences, hearings, and plea negotiations; Examine witnesses; Present legal arguments and evidence. To be successful in the position, you should thrive in a close-knit team environment and be interested in trial-level work and providing client service in a fast-paced work environment. You should also be eager to work with a supervisor to learn the intricacies of the position and succeed in providing high-quality representation.
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Trial Assistant Public Defender – Trumbull County Office
Expires: 2024-09-05
Organization
Office of the Ohio Public Defender
Salary
$67,620 - $96,200 annually
Job Status
Full Time
Requirements
Admission to Ohio Bar. Note: Eligibility to practice under a Certificate to Practice Law Pending Admission in Ohio, under Rule I, Section 19 of the Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio, or eligibility to practice under a Temporary Certification for Practice in Legal services, Public Defender, and Law School Programs under Rule IX of the Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio, may be accepted in lieu of admission to the Ohio Bar pursuant to R.C. Section 4705.02.