Public Defender: Extra-Help Deputy — Lead & Mentorship

Merced County, CA; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Merced County is actively seeking to establish an eligible list for Extra-Help Public Defender attorneys in Merced County, California. Extra-Help staff are not eligible for county benefits and may work up to 25 hours per week.

Pay ranges from $38.35 to $67.32 per hour. The positions involve Racial Justice Act research and writing, defending clients, legal research, document preparation, and mentorship responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Active membership in the State Bar of California at time of appointment.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain.

Responsibilities

• Acts as defense counsel in criminal cases; Interviews and advises defendants and witnesses.
• Interprets and applies laws, court decisions, etc. in the preparation of cases and briefs.
• Prepares pleadings and other legal documents in connection with suits, trials, hearings, conservatorships, and other legal proceedings; Performs legal research and investigations.
• Examines evidence and prepares and presents the case for the defense in assigned criminal actions.
• Performs administrative duties for the Public Defender; Dictates correspondence and reports.
• Assists the Chief Deputy Defender and the Public Defender as needed.
• Level V- Lead, provide mentorship and direction to other attorneys; May assist in training other professional staff.
• Level V-Demonstrates necessary proficiency, diligence, and quality of representation appropriate for capital cases.

Job description

Merced County is actively seeking to establish an eligible list for Extra-Help Public Defender attorneys in Merced County, California. Extra-Help staff are not eligible for county benefits and may work up to 25 hours per week.

Pay ranges from $38.35 to $67.32 per hour. The positions involve Racial Justice Act research and writing, defending clients, legal research, document preparation, and mentorship responsibilities.