Senior Public Defender & Trial Counsel

Wayne County NY; Town of Lyons (NY); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Wayne County NY Public Defender's Office seeks an experienced attorney to represent indigent defendants in criminal matters, from arrest through appeals where warranted. The role requires protecting defendants' rights and providing counsel at all stages.

Applicants must be admitted to the New York Bar, with five years in criminal law and three years of extensive litigation experience; duties include coordinating defense teams and managing caseloads.

Formación

• Five years of experience as a practicing attorney in criminal law, three years of extensive litigation.

Responsabilidades

• Assigns counsel or attorneys for indigent defendants.
• Appoints sub-professional, technical and clerical employees to assist in defending indigent.
• Ensures defendants are represented and counseled at every stage of proceedings after arrest.
• Maintains active case load of defense cases.
• Initiates necessary proceedings to protect the rights of the accused.
• Prepares any warranted appeals.
• Prepares and administers annual budget.
• Keeps records and makes reports.

Conocimientos

Criminal law

Trial experience

Legal research

Educación

Bar admission NY

Descripción del empleo

The Wayne County NY Public Defender's Office seeks an experienced attorney to represent indigent defendants in criminal matters, from arrest through appeals where warranted. The role requires protecting defendants' rights and providing counsel at all stages.

Applicants must be admitted to the New York Bar, with five years in criminal law and three years of extensive litigation experience; duties include coordinating defense teams and managing caseloads.