Assistant Public Defender - Court Start, Growth & PSLF

Trueline; Smethport (McKean County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Pension plan

14 days PTO

Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Supportive and flexible leadership

Structured ramp-up period with mentorship

Job summary

Trueline in Smethport, PA is looking for an Assistant Public Defender to provide high-quality legal representation. This role is ideal for new or early-career attorneys and offers direct courtroom exposure, the chance to manage meaningful cases, and the opportunity to impact the community.

Candidates should have a Juris Doctor degree and be licensed in Pennsylvania or actively sitting for the PA Bar. The position offers health insurance, pension plans, and 14 days of PTO, with a supportive work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in Pennsylvania or actively sitting for the PA Bar.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal matters from initial appearance through resolution.
• Manage and grow a caseload based on experience.
• Conduct client interviews and legal research.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build trust with clients

Interest in criminal defense

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Licensed in Pennsylvania or actively sitting for the PA Bar

Job description

Trueline in Smethport, PA is looking for an Assistant Public Defender to provide high-quality legal representation. This role is ideal for new or early-career attorneys and offers direct courtroom exposure, the chance to manage meaningful cases, and the opportunity to impact the community.

Candidates should have a Juris Doctor degree and be licensed in Pennsylvania or actively sitting for the PA Bar. The position offers health insurance, pension plans, and 14 days of PTO, with a supportive work-life balance.