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Trueline

Assistant Public Defender

Smethport, PA · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

What You'll Do as the Assistant Public Defender: * Represent clients in criminal matters from initial appearance through resolution * Manage a caseload that grows based on your experience and comfort ...

Champaign County

Assistant Public Defender

Urbana, IL · On-site

$54K - $94K/yr

Assistant Public Defender (Full-Time, Exempt) Department: Public Defender's Office Reports To: Public Defender Start Date: April 5, 2026 SUMMARY Provides legal counsel and court representation to ...

State of Georgia

GA · On-site

$56K - $75K/yr

Griffin Judicial Circuit (Fayette County) - Assistant Public Defender I or II The Griffin Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender 1 or II. The ...

Trueline

Assistant Public Defender

Smethport, PA · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

What You'll Do as the Assistant Public Defender: * Represent clients in criminal matters from initial appearance through resolution * Manage a caseload that grows based on your experience and comfort ...

Allegany County

Assistant Public Defender

Belmont, NY · On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER Allegany County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Public Defender. The candidates must be a permanent resident of Allegany County at the time of ...

State of Georgia

Assistant Public Defender III

Cordele, GA · On-site

$54K - $72K/yr

Cordele Judicial Circuit - Assistant Public Defender (Grant Funded) The Cordele Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office is seeking to hire client-focused attorney for grant funded Assistant Public ...

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What is the difference between Full Time Assistant Public Defender vs Public Defender?

AspectFull Time Assistant Public DefenderPublic Defender
CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), State Bar AdmissionJuris Doctor (JD), State Bar Admission
Work EnvironmentLegal offices, courtrooms, client meetingsLegal offices, courtrooms, community outreach
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, public defense officesGovernment agencies, public defense offices
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, career paths, job requirementsUnderstanding responsibilities, career differences

The Full Time Assistant Public Defender and Public Defender roles share similar credentials, work environments, and industry settings. The main difference lies in the scope of responsibilities: assistants typically support public defenders, handle specific cases, and gain experience, while public defenders manage caseloads independently and oversee legal strategies. Both positions are vital in the public defense system, with assistants often serving as entry-level or supporting attorneys.

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Assistant Public Defender

Ontario County (Department of Human Resources)

Canandaigua, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Ontario County Public Defender’s Office is looking for qualified applicants to fill full-time Assistant Public Defender position in their office.
Salary:  2026 – New Associate Level Attorney starting rate of pay (Step 1) is $102,779/yr.
              2026 – Experienced Level Attorney starting rate of pay (Step 1) is $121,299/yr.
*** Please note adjustments up to Step 4 maybe made based upon experience and with the approval of the Ontario County Board of Supervisors. ***  
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 3% deferred compensation match, NYS retirement pension, employee wellness programming, and generous leave provided.
QUALIFICATIONS: County Values:  All employees of Ontario County are expected to uphold and exhibit the County’s shared values and behaviors to achieve the County’s Vision and Mission.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Shall have graduated from a regionally accredited college or university, or a New York State registered college or university with an undergraduate degree, followed by a Law Degree from an accredited Law School. Shall be admitted to the practice of law in the state of New York, and shall be continuously admitted throughout the term of service as the Assistant Public Defender. Multilingual individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. The Assistant Public Defender shall hold no other public or political office, and shall devote full working time to the county.
Experience:
A satisfactory level of knowledge and understanding in the field and practice of criminal law. Prior experience in representing individuals in a Public Defender office or through an 18-b panel is preferred but not required. Trial experience preferred but not required.
Description of Duties:
  • Provide zealous legal representation of the highest caliber. Work collaboratively
    with office attorneys, social workers, defense investigators, and administrative staff.
    Promote a collaborative, client-centered office setting.
  • Assist the Public Defender in handling a full caseload of criminal matters including
    arraignments, preliminary hearings, pretrial proceedings, hearings, and trials.
    Appear at criminal and administrative proceedings in the local, county, and state
    courts located within Ontario County.
  • Handling first appearances in courts throughout Ontario County and the Centralized
    Arraignment Part.
  • Assist the Public Defender in legal research in the preparation of pretrial motions
    and trial memoranda.
  • Maintain accurate records and updated files.
  • Represent clients accused of violating terms of their supervision in parole
    proceedings.
  • Assist the Public Defender by maintaining frequent client contact by phone, paper
    correspondence, and performing routine visits to incarcerated clients.
  • Work with defense investigators to ensure that cases are thoroughly investigated.
    Collaborate with office social work staff on behalf of clients in need of services.
SPECIAL NOTE: Unlicensed law degree graduate awaiting bar exam/bar results for admission may be hired at lower salary band and will move to the Associate Level salary band once they have successfully passed the bar.
Application Process:
Applications will be accepted until all the positions are filled.
Applications and resumes must be submitted through the Ontario County Employment Portal at https://ontario-portal.mycivilservice.com/
EOE
 

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