Staff Attorney

Max 4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Organization: New Hampshire Public Defender
Job Title: Staff Attorney
Experience: No experience required, or anticipate graduating in 2024

Job Type: Full-time or Part-time

Description:

New Hampshire Public Defender is currently seeking to fill multiple vacancies for the position of Staff Attorney. As a public defender, you will have the opportunity to protect and defend the rights and dignity of your clients with courage, compassion, and competency. Our office is dedicated to providing high-quality representation while serving the unique needs of our indigent clients, including youth and adults.

Responsibilities:

- Effectively communicate with clients
- Identify and anticipate legal issues
- Write, edit, and review motions
- Make sound legal arguments in the courtroom
- Work independently and collaboratively

Caseload:

- Initially responsible for a smaller caseload of misdemeanor and youth cases
- Opportunity for growth with a full caseload of felonies, misdemeanors, delinquency matters, and other post-conviction matters within the first year of employment
- Co-counseling opportunities with experienced lawyers

Benefits:

- Shared legal assistant
- Shared investigators/social workers
- Internal IT department
- Internal state-wide trainings for CLE credits
- Surface Pro Laptop
- Digital case management system
- Westlaw account
- NHPD Practice Guide

Requirements:

- 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
- Team-oriented and professional attitude
- Strong work ethic

How to Apply:

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

Salary Information:

- Full-time: Salary commensurate with experience
- Part-time: Salary based on hours worked

Benefits:

- NH State Health/Pharmacy/Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life/Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching after first year
- Holidays
- Sick/Personal Time

NHPD is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants of all identities, cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.

H1: Join Our Team as a Staff Attorney at New Hampshire Public Defender
H2: Protect and Defend the Rights of Indigent Clients with Courage and Competency

Bold Headlines:

- Seeking Multiple Staff Attorneys to Join Our Mission
- High-Quality Representation for Indigent Clients
- Opportunity for Growth and Professional Development
- Inclusive Hiring and Diversity in Our Workforce
- Competitive Salary and Comprehensive Benefits Package

Not Applicable

NH State Health/Pharmacy/Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life/Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Holidays, Sick/Personal Time

Legal Research, Writing, Oral Communication, Case Management, Time Management, Legal Argumentation, Teamwork, Attention to Detail, Criminal Law, Trial Advocacy, Client Counseling, Negotiation, Courtroom Etiquette

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript.

Qualification and Experience J.D. from an accredited law school

Legal