Public Defender Apprentice: Indigent & Juvenile Defense

State of Minnesota; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Minnesota seeks a licensed attorney to provide legal services to indigent defendants in district court and juveniles in juvenile court. This role involves defending clients, interviewing witnesses, drafting pleadings, and conducting extensive legal research.

The position requires admission to the Minnesota Bar and may involve collaboration with prosecutors, social workers, judges, and referees to determine appropriate treatment and disposition strategies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college of law and admission to the Bar of Minnesota.
• Individuals hired under the Student Practice Rule must pass the bar on their first attempt.
• Failure to pass the bar is grounds for dismissal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cases for defense of indigent defendants in district and juvenile courts.
• Interview clients and prospective witnesses; draft briefs, memoranda, pleadings and other legal papers.
• Conduct legal research.
• Represent misdemeanor, felony, or juvenile clients in court hearings and trials; advise on bail and competency.
• Consult with prosecutors, social workers, judges, and referees for treatment programs; supervise law clerks.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Legal research and data analysis

Education

Juris Doctor / Bar admission in Minnesota

Job description

The State of Minnesota seeks a licensed attorney to provide legal services to indigent defendants in district court and juveniles in juvenile court. This role involves defending clients, interviewing witnesses, drafting pleadings, and conducting extensive legal research.

The position requires admission to the Minnesota Bar and may involve collaboration with prosecutors, social workers, judges, and referees to determine appropriate treatment and disposition strategies.