Assistant Public Defender

State of North Carolina

Multiple Locations, NC, USA
$54,369.00 - $101,299.00 py
Strong communication skills
Client advocacy commitment
Legal research and writing skills
The Office of the Public Defender in North Carolina is seeking qualified individuals to serve as Assistant Public Defenders. Attorneys will represent clients in complicated impaired driving cases and engage in community outreach programs. A strong desire for client advocacy and a commitment to indigent defense are essential for this role

Job Summary

  • The Office of the Public Defender in North Carolina is seeking qualified individuals to serve as Assistant Public Defenders. Attorneys will represent clients in complicated impaired driving cases and engage in community outreach programs. A strong desire for client advocacy and a commitment to indigent defense are essential for this role.

Matching Summary

The Office of the Public Defender in North Carolina is seeking qualified individuals to serve as Assistant Public Defenders. Attorneys will represent clients in complicated impaired driving cases and engage in community outreach programs. A strong desire for client advocacy and a commitment to indigent defense are essential for this role.

Salary

$54,369.00 - $101,299.00

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong communication skills
  • Client advocacy commitment
  • Legal research and writing skills

Nice-to-have

  • Community service engagement
  • Positive professional relationships
  • Ability to handle difficult cases

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree
  • Active license to practice law in North Carolina
  • Experience in criminal trials helpful

Work Rights

Not specified

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