Assistant Public Defender - Courtroom Advocate

Judicial Branch; Memphis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Office of the Public Defender, District 21, Scotland County, seeks an Assistant Public Defender (NS) to represent clients across superior and district courts, child support, juvenile, and parental representation matters.

The role demands strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to develop litigation strategies and deliver opening statements and closing arguments.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and constitutional law applicable to criminal defense.
• Ability to analyze facts and apply legal standards to cases.
• Excellent research and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in superior court, district court, child support, juvenile, and parental representation.
• Deliver opening statements, cross-examinations, and evidentiary objections; manage witness examinations.
• Develop litigation strategy and advocate effectively on behalf of clients.

Skills

Strong communication

Written communication

Interviewing

Organization

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Job description

The North Carolina Office of the Public Defender, District 21, Scotland County, seeks an Assistant Public Defender (NS) to represent clients across superior and district courts, child support, juvenile, and parental representation matters.

The role demands strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to develop litigation strategies and deliver opening statements and closing arguments.