This is a unique opportunity to serve the cause of justice by ensuring that every client—regardless of background or circumstance—receives high-quality legal representation
Job Summary
This is a unique opportunity to serve the cause of justice by ensuring that every client—regardless of background or circumstance—receives high-quality legal representation.
As a Deputy Defender, you will work alongside passionate advocates committed to upholding constitutional rights, shaping fair legal outcomes, and advancing the integrity of our public defense system.
OPDC supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness and offers a generous benefits package including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan (PERS).
Matching Summary
This is a unique opportunity to serve the cause of justice by ensuring that every client—regardless of background or circumstance—receives high-quality legal representation.
Salary
Base: $8,842 - $11,800; Benefits: employer-paid health insurance, vacation, sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, employer contribution retirement plan (PERS); Bonus/Equity: Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
court appointed legal representation
legal research and writing
pretrial motions and arguments
jury and bench trials
client communication and advocacy
Nice-to-have
work/life balance and wellness
collaboration and meaningful work
experience with underserved populations
Key Requirements
Graduation from an accredited law school
Member of the Oregon State Bar
Attorney Qualification Standards for Criminal Attorney 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5