Criminal Defense Trial Attorney

Hamilton County, Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Public Defender in Cincinnati, Ohio seeks an attorney to represent indigent clients charged with misdemeanors from early stages through trial and appeal, including post-trial motions.

The role requires a JD, an active Ohio license (or pending temporary certification), and excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a working knowledge of criminal law and a commitment to serving indigent clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Juris Doctorate (JD) required
• Active license to practice law in Ohio or pending temporary certification/permits for recent graduates
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of substantive criminal law
• Commitment to providing criminal legal services to indigent clients
• Ability to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Represents indigent clients charged with misdemeanors from the earliest possible time and continuing representation until the conclusion of the case, including all trial court appearances, post-trial motions, and appeals
• Advises clients on legal and practical ramifications of steps in the criminal justice system
• Determines legal strategy at all stages of a case and, with investigators or law clerks, seeks out facts and circumstances surrounding charges
• Researches legal questions and examines procedures to protect constitutional rights, pursuing necessary services if rights are violated
• Represents clients in trial, using appropriate tactics for each case
• Maintains knowledge of criminal law, legislative activities, policing and prosecuting procedures and court decisions
• Works with social workers and mitigation specialists to advance clients' stated interests

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Active Ohio license or Temporary Certification

Job description

Hamilton County Public Defender in Cincinnati, Ohio seeks an attorney to represent indigent clients charged with misdemeanors from early stages through trial and appeal, including post-trial motions.

The role requires a JD, an active Ohio license (or pending temporary certification), and excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a working knowledge of criminal law and a commitment to serving indigent clients.