Entry-Level Public Defender Trial Attorney

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks an Advocacy Attorney for the Louisville Trial Office. You will defend clients in District Court, interview witnesses, research issues, and craft motions.

Travel is required, and you will collaborate with a defense team including attorneys, investigators, and staff. Applicants must be admitted to practice law in Kentucky or comply with KY Supreme Court Rules on supervised practice or certification.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• Active admission to the Kentucky bar or equivalent SCR path per KY rules.
• Strong research and writing skills for motions and case strategy.

Responsibilities

• Represent criminal defendants in District Court cases vigorously and ethically.
• Conduct client interviews and maintain case notes and records.
• Research legal issues and write clear motions.
• Gather information via discovery and investigations to advise clients.

Skills

Legal research

Client interviews

Trial readiness

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admitted to practice law in Kentucky

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky seeks an Advocacy Attorney for the Louisville Trial Office. You will defend clients in District Court, interview witnesses, research issues, and craft motions.

Travel is required, and you will collaborate with a defense team including attorneys, investigators, and staff. Applicants must be admitted to practice law in Kentucky or comply with KY Supreme Court Rules on supervised practice or certification.