Entry-Level Public Defender Advocate

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky invites applications for an entry-level Advocacy Attorney I in the Owensboro Trial Office. The position is in the Executive Branch, full time, with a typical 37.5 hour work week and standard state employment benefits.

The role focuses on criminal defense in District Court, representing clients with integrity and professional diligence. Candidates must be admitted to practice law in Kentucky or have approved limited certification paths and maintain licensure

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.116 (supervised practice), or SCR 2.117 (practice pending admission).
• Must maintain all licenses, certifications, and credentials necessary to perform the duties of the position and must notify the employing agency of any lapse.

Responsibilities

• Represents criminal defendants in District Court cases vigorously, effectively, ethically, and with integrity.
• Conducts client interviews and maintains notes and records of pertinent case facts sufficient to provide proper client representation.
• Researches legal issues and writes clear, concise motions.
• Obtains knowledge of the case through discovery and investigation sufficient to provide advice to clients regarding disposition.
• Develops a theory of the case that is consistent with the facts and the law.
• Willing to try appropriate cases.
• Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings.
• Travel is required.

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky invites applications for an entry-level Advocacy Attorney I in the Owensboro Trial Office. The position is in the Executive Branch, full time, with a typical 37.5 hour work week and standard state employment benefits.

The role focuses on criminal defense in District Court, representing clients with integrity and professional diligence. Candidates must be admitted to practice law in Kentucky or have approved limited certification paths and maintain licensure