Senior Public Defender Attorney III

Yakima County; United States; On-site; USD 129,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental,

Retirement Benefits

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

Yakima County Office of the Public Defender seeks an Attorney III to handle complex criminal and civil matters with limited supervision. The role requires extensive experience, strong trial skills, and the ability to supervise other attorneys as needed. The attorney will interview clients, negotiate pleas, prepare for trials, and represent clients in court.

The position is full-time and benefits include health, retirement, paid time off, and holidays. Open until filled with weekly reviews.

Qualifications

• Legal research and trial preparation experience.
• Ability to supervise or lead other attorneys when assigned.
• Strong communication and confidential handling of sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex cases with moderate to minimal supervision.
• Represents clients in criminal and civil matters as assigned.
• May lead or supervise other attorneys and staff as required.
• Engages in client interviews, plea negotiations, and trial preparation.

Skills

Legal research

Trial experience

Supervisory ability

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

PC skills

Job description

Yakima County Office of the Public Defender seeks an Attorney III to handle complex criminal and civil matters with limited supervision. The role requires extensive experience, strong trial skills, and the ability to supervise other attorneys as needed. The attorney will interview clients, negotiate pleas, prepare for trials, and represent clients in court.

The position is full-time and benefits include health, retirement, paid time off, and holidays. Open until filled with weekly reviews.