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Criminal Law - Prosecution
Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC
5-10 yrs required
The Assistant Federal Defender provides zealous, professional legal representation to clients charged with federal criminals offenses. Responsibilities include managing an extensive caseload with cases at varying stages of litigation; preparing pleadings, briefs and motions; developing litigation strategies; meeting with clients, experts, witnesses and family members; appearing on behalf of clients in court; and other duties as assigned. The successful applicant must be a graduate from an accredited law school, a member in good standing of the bar of any state or territory. Ohio bar license recommended but not required. Must have 5-10 years of experience defending criminal cases with a significant amount occurring in federal courts. Trial experience, excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills are required. The applicant must be able to immediately assume an active caseload, work in a team environment, communicate effectively, exhibit effective organizational skill and set priorities. Fluency in Spanish is a plus. Federal Public Defender attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law. Starting salary will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the applicant. This position is excepted service and does not carry the tenure rights of the competitive Civil Service. The position does offer federal government employment benefits including health and life insurance, retirement and the Thrift Savings Plan. Salary is payable only by Electronic Funds Transfer (direct deposit). Employment will be considered provisional pending the successful outcome of a background check, including FBI fingerprint check and IRS “tax check.”
The Assistant Federal Defender provides zealous, professional legal representation to clients charged with federal criminals offenses. Responsibilities include managing an extensive caseload with cases at varying stages of litigation; preparing pleadings, briefs and motions; developing litigation strategies; meeting with clients, experts, witnesses and family members; appearing on behalf of clients in court; and other duties as assigned.
The successful applicant must be a graduate from an accredited law school, a member in good standing of the bar of any state or territory. Ohio bar license recommended but not required. Must have 5-10 years of experience defending criminal cases with a significant amount occurring in federal courts. Trial experience, excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills are required. The applicant must be able to immediately assume an active caseload, work in a team environment, communicate effectively, exhibit effective organizational skill and set priorities. Fluency in Spanish is a plus. Federal Public Defender attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law.
Starting salary will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the applicant. This position is excepted service and does not carry the tenure rights of the competitive Civil Service. The position does offer federal government employment benefits including health and life insurance, retirement and the Thrift Savings Plan. Salary is payable only by Electronic Funds Transfer (direct deposit). Employment will be considered provisional pending the successful outcome of a background check, including FBI fingerprint check and IRS “tax check.”
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The Federal Public Defender, a branch of the U.S. Courts operates under the authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 USC 3006A, to provide defense services to indigent persons in federal criminal cases and related matters in the federal courts. The Federal Public Defender, Southern District of Ohio is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.