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Navajo County · 3 hours ago

Deputy Public Defender

Holbrook, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Navajo County is seeking a Deputy Public Defender to perform professional legal work in defending criminal cases and advising on legal matters. The role involves providing legal representation to indigent clients, conducting research, and participating in court proceedings.

GovernmentInternetLegal

Responsibilities

Provide legal representation to indigent clients in the defense and resolution of cases

Assist in the defense of cases, review legal documents and compile and analyze case facts

Conduct research and provide consultation involving complex and difficult legal issues

Defend cases in Justice Courts

Conduct online legal research

Obtain and review source documents such as police reports, medical records and transcripts

Locate and interview witnesses

Prepare and file necessary court documents

Attend and participate in court appearances and legal proceedings in person

Perform Other Related Duties As Required

Qualification

Arizona justice systemLegal precedentsLegal defenses preparationLegal researchJuris DoctorateState Bar membershipLogical argumentsDocument preparationInterviewing witnessesEffective communication