Staff Attorney

Full-time

No

Job Title: Staff Attorney at New Hampshire Public Defender

Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: . from an accredited law school or anticipate graduating from an accredited law school in 2024.

Organization: New Hampshire Public Defender

Department: Legal

Location: New Hampshire

Overview:

- New Hampshire Public Defender is seeking several Staff Attorneys to join our team.
- Our mission is to protect and defend the rights and dignity of our clients with courage, compassion, and competency.
- We are committed to providing high-quality representation to our indigent clients, with a focus on the unique needs of youth and adults.
- Successful candidates will have strong communication skills, the ability to anticipate legal issues, and the ability to make sound legal arguments in the courtroom.
- New hires will start with a smaller caseload of misdemeanor and youth cases, and will have opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the first year.

Responsibilities:

- Effectively communicate with clients and anticipate legal issues.
- Write, edit, and review motions.
- Make sound legal arguments in the courtroom.
- Work independently and collaboratively.
- Handle a caseload consisting of misdemeanors, felonies, and other post-conviction matters.
- Co-counsel with experienced lawyers.
- Participate in internal trainings and use digital case management systems for case files.

Benefits:

- Shared legal assistant and investigators/social workers.
- Internal IT department.
- State-wide trainings to satisfy annual CLE credits.
- Surface Pro Laptop.
- Digital case management system.
- Westlaw account.
- Searchable NHPD Practice Guide.
- NH State Health/Pharmacy/Dental Insurance.
- Vision Insurance.
- Life/Disability Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
- Holidays.
- Sick/Personal Time.

Requirements:

- . from an accredited law school or anticipate graduating in 2024.
- Admitted to the New Hampshire Bar or eligible to waive in with a qualifying Uniform Bar Examination score.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Demonstrated commitment to criminal defense.
- Professional attitude and strong communication skills.
- Strong work ethic.

How to Apply:

- Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript.
- NHPD is committed to inclusive hiring and welcomes applicants of all identities, cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.

Join Our Team at New Hampshire Public Defender:

- Make a difference in the lives of our clients by protecting their rights and dignity.
- Work with a dedicated team of professionals committed to criminal defense.
- Take advantage of opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Enjoy competitive salary and benefits.
- Contribute to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Apply now and be a part of our mission to provide high-quality representation to our indigent clients in New Hampshire!

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Shared legal assistant, shared investigators/social workers, internal IT department, state-wide trainings, Surface Pro laptop, digital case management system, Westlaw account, NH State Health/Pharmacy/Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life/Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, holidays, sick/personal time

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Communication, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Case Management, Courtroom Advocacy, Teamwork, Professionalism, Work Ethic

J.D. from accredited law school (or anticipated graduation in 2024)

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

Qualification and Experience J.D. from accredited law school

Legal