Public Defender Attorney I/II: Indigent Defense Impact

yakimacounty; Washington; On-site; USD 102,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

The Yakima County Assigned Counsel Office (Office of the Public Defender) has openings for Attorneys I and II to provide indigent defense in District Court and Superior Court. The role includes criminal and civil matters, with responsibilities from case evaluation to trial and appeals, under supervision as needed.

WA Bar admission is required for Attorney I and a minimum 4 years of practice for Attorney II.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Washington State Bar.
• Attorney I requires bar admission; Attorney II requires at least 4 years of law practice.
• Background checks and valid WA driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs attorney cases and assignments of moderate complexity with supervision.
• Represents clients in criminal and civil matters in district and superior court.
• Conducts plea negotiations, trials, and appeals as required; maintains client confidentiality.
• Performs case evaluation, investigation, and preparation for trial and post-trial matters.

Skills

Legal research

Case management

Interviews

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Washington State Bar admission

Job description

The Yakima County Assigned Counsel Office (Office of the Public Defender) has openings for Attorneys I and II to provide indigent defense in District Court and Superior Court. The role includes criminal and civil matters, with responsibilities from case evaluation to trial and appeals, under supervision as needed.

WA Bar admission is required for Attorney I and a minimum 4 years of practice for Attorney II.