Assistant Public Defender

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Minimum of two years' experience as a criminal defense attorney is preferred.

Organization is an equal opportunity employer.

# Assistant Public Defender

Organization is now accepting applications for an Assistant Public Defender to provide representation to indigent clients in all phases and types of criminal matters. This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

## Responsibilities

The Assistant Public Defender will be responsible for:

* Pre-trial and trial preparation;
* Litigating all aspects of the case through disposition at the trial court level;
* Promoting and protecting the best interest of the client at all times;
* Maintaining client contact by telephone, appointments, or institutional visits;
* Keeping client apprised of investigations, negotiations, and court rulings;
* Appearing at regularly scheduled court dockets and all appearances concerning assigned caseload;
* Drafting motions and pleadings.

## Qualifications

The ideal candidate must be a member of the Missouri Bar or eligible for bar licensure in Missouri. A minimum of two years' experience as a criminal defense attorney is preferred.

## Salary

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. The salary range is as follows:

* APD I: $5,000/month (starting salary)
* APD II: $5,417/month (eligible for consideration after 1 year of successful performance)
* APD III: $6,036/month (eligible for consideration after 3 years of successful performance)
* Senior Public Defender I-II: $6,834- $7,283/month (eligible for consideration after continued highly successful performance)

## Application

Organization is an equal opportunity employer. Applications for Assistant Public Defender will be accepted until the position is filled.

Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plan.

Must be a member of the Missouri Bar or eligible for bar licensure in Missouri.

Submit a cover letter, resume, and references to the Columbia Public Defender Office, Attn Human Resources, 21 N. 10th Street, Suite 1200, Columbia, MO 65201.

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