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Concord, NH, United States
Lateral Staff Attorney
Attorney
Company Review
Full-time
No
The New Hampshire Public Defender (NHPD) is seeking to immediately fill several vacancies for the position of Staff Attorney. The Staff Attorney will be responsible for protecting and defending the rights and dignity of our clients with courage, compassion, and competency. NHPD is committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our workforce. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants of all identities, cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. ## Job Overview **Job Title:** Lateral Staff Attorney **Department:** Legal **Location:** State-Wide **Date Posted:** May 12, 2021 **Application Deadline:** Dec 31, 2027 ## Job Description The New Hampshire Public Defender is seeking a Staff Attorney to serve our mission of protecting and defending the rights and dignity of our clients with courage, compassion, and competency. Our office is committed to providing high-quality representation while serving the distinct needs of our youth and adult indigent clients. The successful applicant will have the ability to effectively communicate with clients, spot and anticipate legal issues, write, edit, review motions, and make sound legal arguments in the courtroom. The Staff Attorney must be able to work independently and collaboratively. ## Responsibilities - Represent clients in court proceedings - Communicate effectively with clients - Spot and anticipate legal issues - Draft, edit, and review motions - Make sound legal arguments in the courtroom - Work independently and collaboratively ## Requirements - . - Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. - Demonstrated commitment to criminal defense. - A team-orientated, professional demeanor. - The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. - A strong and established work ethic. ## Salary and Benefits Full-time and Part-time positions are available. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, dental, vison and life/disability insurance and a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching after first year as outlined in plan agreement. Every Staff Attorney is provided with: - Shared legal assistant (3:1 ratio) - Shared investigators / social workers (ratio dependent on size/location of office) - Internal IT department - Internal state-wide trainings to satisfy annual CLE credits - Surface Pro Laptop - Digital case management system for case files (in addition to traditional paper files) - Westlaw account - Searchable NHPD Practice Guide ## How To Apply Interested attorneys should submit a resume, cover letter and a law school transcript (unofficial acceptable).
Health, dental, vison and life/disability insurance and a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching after first year as outlined in plan agreement
Ability to effectively communicate with clients, spot and anticipate legal issues, write, edit, review motions and make sound legal arguments in the courtroom
Submit a resume, cover letter and a law school transcript (unofficial acceptable)
Qualification and Experience Admitted to the New Hampshire Bar or be eligible for immediate admission by waiver
Legal
Apr 18, 2024
Aug 01, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceAdmitted to the New Hampshire Bar or be eligible for immediate admission by waiver
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