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Wyoming County, NY · 7 hours ago

Assistant Public Defender

Wyoming County, NY is seeking an Assistant Public Defender to represent defendants in criminal and family law cases. The role involves performing legal research, managing a caseload, and presenting legal arguments effectively.

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Responsibilities

Represent defendants accused of felonies and misdemeanors in County and Justice Courts, including post-conviction collateral matters
Work independently
Perform legal research
Analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence and precedents in legal problems
Present statements of law, facts and arguments clearly, logically and forcefully; both in written and oral format
Maintain confidentiality and objectivity
Manage assigned caseload
Operate personal computer and computer applications used by the units
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of work
Interact well with the public

Qualification

Criminal law knowledgeFamily law knowledgeLegal research methodsJuris DoctorateNYSBAR admissionComputer proficiencyCaseload managementPublic interactionEffective communicationConfidentiality

Required

Graduation from a regionally accredited Law School or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Juris Doctorate
Admission to the NYSBAR or has admission pending
Experience as an attorney in criminal law and/or family law, and/or AFC preferred
A combination of training, education and experience that is equivalent to the above employment standard and that provides the required knowledge and abilities
Full time in person appearances
Computer proficiency, including, but not limited to, word processing skills and computerized legal research
Reliable transportation and license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State

Preferred

Experience as an attorney in criminal law and/or family law, and/or AFC

Company

Wyoming County, NY

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Our mission is to serve the members and community; promote and grow the area’s economic and tourism assets; and work collaboratively to create an environment that leads to the success and economic prosperity of Wyoming County.

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