Launch Your Public Defender Career: Entry-Level Attorney

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Catlettsburg (KY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy is hiring an entry-level advocacy attorney to join the criminal defense team in the Boyd Trial Office in Catlettsburg, KY. The position requires admission to practice law and good standing in Kentucky, with travel to various facilities.

We seek self-directed individuals who can work with a defense team of attorneys, investigators, and staff to protect clients’ rights and provide effective representation.

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 required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.

Responsibilities

• Represents criminal defendants in District Court 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 Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy is hiring an entry-level advocacy attorney to join the criminal defense team in the Boyd Trial Office in Catlettsburg, KY. The position requires admission to practice law and good standing in Kentucky, with travel to various facilities.

We seek self-directed individuals who can work with a defense team of attorneys, investigators, and staff to protect clients’ rights and provide effective representation.