Assistant Federal Public Defender - El Paso

Federal Public Defender, Western District of Texas; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Retirement benefits

Thrift Savings Plan

Job summary

The Federal Public Defender, Western District of Texas, seeks an Assistant Federal Public Defender to join the El Paso office. This attorney will represent clients charged with federal criminal offenses and manage various legal duties including trials and client communications.

A law degree and bar admission are required, with a preference for Texas qualifications. Candidates should have strong advocacy skills and a commitment to serving indigent clients. Federal benefits included with the position.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of federal criminal trial experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated aptitude for excellence in criminal defense practice.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients charged with federal criminal offenses.
• Develop litigation strategies and draft pleadings.
• Conduct evidentiary hearings and trials.
• Supervise teams of investigators and paralegals.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Oral advocacy skills

Spanish-language fluency

Team-oriented

Collaboration skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited law school

Admitted to practice before a state bar

Job description

The Federal Public Defender, Western District of Texas, seeks an Assistant Federal Public Defender to join the El Paso office. This attorney will represent clients charged with federal criminal offenses and manage various legal duties including trials and client communications.

A law degree and bar admission are required, with a preference for Texas qualifications. Candidates should have strong advocacy skills and a commitment to serving indigent clients. Federal benefits included with the position.