Elkhart County Government ยท 2 months ago
Deputy Public Defender
Elkhart, IN
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$88K/yr - $175K/yrElkhart County Government is seeking a Deputy Public Defender to provide legal services to clients appointed by the Public Defender's Office. The role involves conducting client interviews, processing trials, and assisting in various legal matters as needed.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Required to provide legal services to all clients, to whom the Public Defender's Office is appointed
Attorneys may also provide legal assistance in Child in Need of Services; Parental Termination matters and delinquencies as needed
Conduct client interviews, both in and out of the correctional facilities, process trials, assist in locating witnesses, draft appropriate motions and general correspondence as needed
Qualification
Required
Law degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Must be admitted to practice law in the State of Indiana
Felony Caseload Position
Pre-employment background check
Preferred
Criminal Law Experience preferred, but not mandatory
Bi-lingual (Spanish) abilities helpful
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b
14 Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
Elkhart County Government
We're hiring! Elkhart County Government has a number of career opportunities available.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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