Assistant Public Defender: Defend Rights in District Court

State of North Carolina; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts, District 13, Johnston County, seeks an Assistant Public Defender (NS) to represent indigent defendants in District Court. The role involves applying state and constitutional law, conducting investigations, and delivering effective advocacy in a courtroom setting.

The candidate must hold a Juris Doctor degree and an active North Carolina license to practice law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent defendants in District Court.
• Prepare and argue cases, including witness examinations.
• Perform legal research and apply statutes to cases.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Constitutional law

Evidence rules

Legal research

Strong communication

Writing ability

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

The North Carolina Administrative Office of the Courts, District 13, Johnston County, seeks an Assistant Public Defender (NS) to represent indigent defendants in District Court. The role involves applying state and constitutional law, conducting investigations, and delivering effective advocacy in a courtroom setting.

The candidate must hold a Juris Doctor degree and an active North Carolina license to practice law.