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Criminal Law Attorney in San Jose, CA

Santa Clara County Office of the Public Defender Apr 01,2019 Dec 17,2018 Location San Jose CA
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Government

Attorney

Criminal Law - Prosecution

Min 2 yrs required

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Attorney III - Public Defender The candidate: Provides legal counsel to clients in serious and complex criminal and civil matters in Superior or Juvenile Courts; Conducts research and writes motions required for trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings; Conducts preliminary hearings; Evaluates investigation results and works closely with investigators and paralegals to prepare cases for trial and other hearings; Handles all aspects of felony cases from plea through trial including post trial sentencing; Tries cases when necessary and appropriate to protect client's interests; Performs specialized legal work in serious and complex criminal cases; Provides courteous, high quality service to members of the public by personally responding to requests for service; Identifies and addresses competency and other mental health issues and needs; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs related work as required. Must have Active membership in the California State Bar is required upon appointment and 2+ years of experience as an Attorney II with County. Or 4+ years of experience in the full time practice of law in a government agency or in private practice. Should have experience as an attorney in a Public Defender's Office in another public agency may be considered equivalent for appointment or promotion in the corresponding Public Defender's Office in the County. Application deadline: 12/27/18.

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EXAM #18-U16-A

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