Felony Qualified Staff Public Defender

TRGPD is also looking for attorneys who aspire to become leaders both within the division and in the larger public defender community. Must be licensed to practice law in Texas, able to waive into the Texas bar, or willing to take the next available bar exam. Proficiency in Office 365, legal research software, and other case management systems. Preferred applicants will demonstrate a commitment to indigent defense and criminal justice reform; have worked or interned in a public defender office; have strong academic credentials; are solution-oriented and creative; are able to work efficiently independently and in a team environment; can assess and prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in high-stress situations; and want to live and work in communities where TRGPD clients have the greatest needs.