Lateral Staff Attorney

Full-time

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# Lateral Staff Attorney with New Hampshire Public Defender
The New Hampshire Public Defender (NHPD) is currently looking to fill several vacancies for the position 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. Successful applicants will be able to work independently and collaboratively.

## Qualifications and Requirements
In order to be considered for the position of Staff Attorney with the NHPD, applicants must meet the following qualifications and requirements:

* Admitted to the New Hampshire Bar or 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 the first year as outlined in the plan agreement.

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, 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 transcripts are acceptable).

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.

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

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.

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, The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, A strong and established work ethic.

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