Lateral Staff Attorney

Full-time

No

**Lateral Staff Attorney at New Hampshire Public Defender**

The New Hampshire Public Defender is searching for qualified applicants to fill multiple vacancies for the role of Staff Attorney. This position requires the ability to effectively communicate with clients, spot and anticipate legal issues, write, edit, review motions, and make sound legal arguments in the courtroom. A successful applicant will be able to work independently and collaboratively.

**Requirements**

- Admitted to the New Hampshire Bar or be eligible for immediate admission by waiver
- 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, vision 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

The New Hampshire Public Defender 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.

**How To Apply**

Interested attorneys should submit a resume, cover letter and a law school transcript (unofficial acceptable).

The New Hampshire Public Defender is currently looking for Staff Attorneys to join their team. This position requires the ability to effectively communicate with clients, spot and anticipate legal issues, write, edit, review motions, and make sound legal arguments in the courtroom. Successful applicants must be admitted to the New Hampshire Bar or be eligible for immediate admission by waiver, possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, have a demonstrated commitment to criminal defense, and have a team-orientated, professional demeanor.

The salary for this role is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, dental, vision and life/disability insurance and a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching after the first year as outlined in plan agreement. Every Staff Attorney is provided with a shared legal assistant, shared investigators/social workers, internal IT department, internal state-wide trainings to satisfy annual CLE credits, Surface Pro Laptop, digital case management system for case files, Westlaw account, and a searchable NHPD Practice Guide.

The New Hampshire Public Defender is committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in their workforce. They encourage and welcome qualified applicants of all identities, cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.

To apply for this role, interested attorneys should submit a resume, cover letter and a law school transcript (unofficial acceptable).

**Benefits of Becoming a Staff Attorney at the New Hampshire Public Defender**

- Commensurate salary with experience and qualifications
- Health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance
- 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching after the first year
- Shared legal assistant
- Shared investigators/social workers
- Internal IT department
- Internal state-wide trainings to satisfy annual CLE credits
- Surface Pro Laptop
- Digital case management system for case files
- Westlaw account
- Searchable NHPD Practice Guide

health, dental, vison and life/disability insurance and a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching after first year as outlined in plan agreement

Communicate effectively orally and in writing, spot and anticipate legal issues, write and edit motions, 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, Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, Demonstrated commitment to criminal defense, A team-orientated, professional demeanor

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