Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Concord, NH

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Concord, NH

Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Concord, NH

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to the email address provided. Please include the subject line: "Staff Attorney Position".

Responsibilities:

Provide high-quality legal representation to indigent clients in criminal cases at the trial and appellate level.
Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
Communicate with clients, witnesses, experts, and other parties involved in the case.
Advocate for clients in court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals to develop case strategies and provide support and guidance.
Participate in trainings and professional development opportunities to enhance legal skills and knowledge.
Comply with ethical standards and professional responsibilities.

Salary Information:

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Full-time and part-time positions are available. Benefits include health, dental, vision and life/disability insurance, and a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching after the first year.

Job Title: Lateral Staff Attorney
Experience:
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications
Organization: **Members Only**
Location: State-wide
Department: Legal

H1: Join Our Team as a Lateral Staff Attorney at the **Members Only**
H2: Protect and Defend the Rights of Indigent Clients with Courage, Compassion, and Competency

The **Members Only** is seeking experienced attorneys to fill several vacancies for the position of Lateral Staff Attorney. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to serve our mission of protecting and defending the rights and dignity of our clients with courage, compassion, and competency. We are committed to providing high-quality representation while also addressing the unique needs of our youth and adult indigent clients.

At NHPD, we value diversity and inclusivity in our workforce. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities to apply.

Responsibilities:

- Provide high-quality legal representation to indigent clients in criminal cases at the trial and appellate level
- Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, experts, and other parties involved in the case
- Advocate for clients in court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings
- Collaborate with colleagues and other professionals to develop case strategies and provide support and guidance
- Participate in trainings and professional development opportunities to enhance legal skills and knowledge
- Comply with ethical standards and professional responsibilities

Requirements:

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- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Demonstrated commitment to criminal defense
- A team-oriented, professional demeanor
- The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- A strong and established work ethic

Salary and Benefits:

Full-time and part-time positions are available, with salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance, as well as a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer matching after the first year.

As a Lateral Staff Attorney at NHPD, you will have access to the following resources:

- Shared legal assistant (3:1 ratio)
- Shared investigators/social workers (ratio dependent on size/location of office)
- Internal IT department
- Internal state-wide trainings to satisfy annual CLE credits
- Surface Pro Laptop
- Digital case management system for case files (in addition to traditional paper files)
- Westlaw account
- Searchable NHPD Practice Guide

How To Apply:

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a resume, cover letter, and law school transcript (unofficial acceptable) to the email address provided with the subject line "Staff Attorney Position". We look forward to hearing from you!