Deputy Attorney - High-Impact Public Defense (Remote)

County of El Dorado; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

County of El Dorado’s Alternate Public Defender Office in Placerville, CA seeks a Deputy Attorney to provide strategic legal counsel and representation across criminal prosecution, public defense, and related civil matters. The role requires handling complex cases, multi-agency coordination, and independent judgment within a single functional area.

Join a team focused on quality advocacy in a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to professional excellence in El

Qualifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full range of routine to complex legal activities.
• Represent the County in moderate to high-profile and multi-jurisdictional legal matters, including trials, hearings, and appeals with far-reaching implications.
• Lead negotiations, mediation, and resolution of cases with significant financial, operational, or policy impacts.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert and provide technical direction on specialized legal projects, offering mentorship and strategic oversight.
• Draft and review legal documents.

Job description

County of El Dorado’s Alternate Public Defender Office in Placerville, CA seeks a Deputy Attorney to provide strategic legal counsel and representation across criminal prosecution, public defense, and related civil matters. The role requires handling complex cases, multi-agency coordination, and independent judgment within a single functional area.

Join a team focused on quality advocacy in a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to professional excellence in El