Attorney I, Public Defender — Violations & Hearings

Montgomery County (PA); Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Defender's Office in Norristown, PA seeks an Attorney I for the Violations Unit to represent adult clients facing probation and parole violations. You will handle hearings, client interviews, and evidence review, delivering thorough advocacy at each stage.

The role emphasizes collaborative work with social service advocates and investigators, with an emphasis on holistic representation and professional growth within a unionized office.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania, or eligible for admission under Pa. Bar rules.
• Valid PA driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and probation/parole proceedings.
• Spanish language proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at court proceedings in the Violations Unit.
• Represent clients in detention, probation/parole, extradition, state parole, and review hearings as assigned.
• Conduct client interviews at Montgomery County facilities and other locations.
• Review and distill discovery with explanations of strengths/weaknesses to clients.
• Prepare persuasive legal arguments for all stages of proceedings.
• Collaborate with social service advocates, investigators and team members.
• Engage in holistic representation to assist clients with collateral matters.
• Perform related duties as directed by supervisors.

Skills

Criminal law knowledge

Litigation

Spanish (preferred)

Education

Juris Doctorate (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Montgomery County Public Defender's Office in Norristown, PA seeks an Attorney I for the Violations Unit to represent adult clients facing probation and parole violations. You will handle hearings, client interviews, and evidence review, delivering thorough advocacy at each stage.

The role emphasizes collaborative work with social service advocates and investigators, with an emphasis on holistic representation and professional growth within a unionized office.