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Champaign County

Assistant Public Defender

Urbana, IL · On-site

$54K - $94K/yr

Job Title: 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 ...

Northampton County

Assistant Public Defender

Easton, PA · On-site

$83K/yr

Application Requirements The Public Defender of Northampton County is now accepting resumes for the position of full time Assistant Public Defender The Public Defender represents eligible individuals ...

Elko County, NV

Public Defender

Elko, NV · On-site

$121K - $175K/yr

Elko Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 202500141 Department: PUBLIC DEFENDER Opening Date: 06/10/2025 Note: Applicants must sign and attach the Open Meeting Law Notification/Acknowledgment to their ...

Ingham County, MI

Assistant Public Defender

Lansing, MI · On-site

$79K - $125K/yr

Regular Full Time Job Number: 202600136 Department: Public Defender's Office Opening Date: 07/17/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Bargaining Unit: TMSTER PD Description **Applications are accepted until ...

Washoe County

DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER

Reno, NV · On-site

$116K - $249K/yr

DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER II Graduation from a recognized law school and one year of full-time experience in the practice of law equivalent to that of a Deputy Public Defender I in Washoe County; OR an ...

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Assistant Public Defender

Trueline

Smethport, PA • On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description


A county-based public defense office focused on delivering high-quality, client-centered legal representation is seeking an Assistant Public Defender to join their team in north-central Pennsylvania. This is an excellent opportunity for a new or early-career attorney to gain immediate courtroom exposure, manage a meaningful caseload, and make a direct impact in the community.

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 level
  • Conduct client interviews, legal research, and case preparation
  • Draft motions, briefs, and other legal documents
  • Appear in court regularly for hearings, motions, and trials
  • Collaborate with internal staff and external stakeholders including prosecutors and probation
  • Maintain consistent and clear communication with clients throughout their case

Must-Haves as the Assistant Public Defender:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Licensed in Pennsylvania or actively sitting for the PA Bar
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build trust with clients
  • Interest in criminal defense and serving indigent populations
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Nice-to-Haves as the Assistant Public Defender:

  • Exposure to criminal law through internships, clinics, or prior roles
  • Familiarity with juvenile or adult criminal court systems
  • Courtroom or litigation experience

This Role Offers:

  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Pension plan
  • 14 days PTO
  • Supportive and flexible leadership with strong work-life balance
  • Structured ramp-up period with mentorship from experienced attorneys

Trueline's unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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