State of Ohio · 22 hours ago
Assistant Public Defender - Athens Co.
Athens County, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$74K/yr - $106K/yrThe State of Ohio's Office of the Ohio Public Defender is seeking a dedicated attorney to serve as an Assistant Public Defender in Athens County. The role involves providing criminal defense representation to clients who cannot afford an attorney, focusing on trial-level work in various courts.
Automotive
No H1B
Responsibilities
Prepare cases for trial
Try cases as lead counsel or as co-counsel
Represent clients in community control violations
Conduct arraignments, pre-trial conferences, hearings, and plea negotiations
Examine witnesses
Present legal arguments and evidence
Qualification
Required
Admission to Ohio bar pursuant to section 4705.01
Prior to representing a client in federal court or U.S. Supreme court, attorney shall obtain admission to practice law in that court
Prior to appointment as appellate counsel for an indigent defendant in a capital case pursuant to Appt.Coun.R. 5.02 & 5.03, an attorney shall obtain certification from the Commission on Appointment of Counsel in Capital Cases
Eligibility to practice under a Certificate to Practice Law Pending Admission in Ohio, under Rule I, Section 19 of the Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio, or eligibility to practice under a Temporary Certification for Practice in Legal services, Public Defender, and Law School Programs under Rule IX of the Supreme Court Rules for the Government of the Bar of Ohio, may be accepted in lieu of admission to the Ohio Bar pursuant to R.C. Section 4705.01
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Company
State of Ohio
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.
Founded in 1864
10001+ employees
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Beverlyn Johns, MS
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Holly Drake
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