NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Public Defense Counsel II (Superior Court)
Franklin County Courthouse Campus - Pasco WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$101K/yr - $136K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Public Defense Counsel II to plan, organize, and coordinate the defense of appointed criminal or civil cases for Franklin County. The role involves researching and preparing briefs, providing legal advice to clients, and maintaining case records according to department practices.
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Responsibilities
Researches, documents, negotiates with prosecuting attorneys, prepares briefs, and defends cases, according to current department and County practices
Screens, reviews, and evaluates factual and legal basis for criminal complaints and/or cases filed to determine legal sufficiency; requests further investigation as necessary
Provides legal advice and information to appointed clients using verbal presentations and written documentation. May present information before the court, the Court of Appeals, Supreme Court, or in administrative hearings
Pursues self-development and continuing personal development of skills and knowledge by attending ongoing educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks
Oversees, if necessary, the creation, development, and maintenance of systems and records including case files, lists, logs, and other recordkeeping systems utilizing computerized and manual systems that provide for proper evaluation, control, and documentation of assigned operations, according to current department and county practices
Monitors, reports, interprets, communicates, and recommends changes to policy, procedures, or programs due to new trends, innovations, federal, state and local rules, laws, regulations, regulations, legislation, codes, and ordinances as they relate to the assigned area of operations
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor Degree
Felony Qualifications per the Supreme Court Standards of Indigent Defense (CrRLJ 3.1)
Any combination of education and experience which would provide the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job
Employment at Franklin County is contingent upon the results of a background check and eligibility for coverage by the County's liability insurance carrier
Valid driver's license if driving a vehicle for County business
Member in good standing of the State Bar of Washington
Benefits
Healthcare
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Holidays
Paid time off
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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