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Allegany County

1st Assistant Public Defender

Belmont, NY · On-site

$71K - $102K/yr

1st ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER Allegany County is seeking qualified candidates for the position of 1st Assistant Public Defender. The candidates must be a permanent resident of Allegany County at the ...

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 ...

Washoe County, NV

DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER

Reno, NV · On-site

$116K - $249K/yr

Washoe County provides employer-paid contributions to PERS, health insurance, and a wide range of other competitive benefits. Our office is located in Reno, NV at the base of the Sierra Nevada ...

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Assistant Public Defender - Appellate Division

Harris County

Houston, TX • On-site

$61K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Represent clients during the direct appeal and discretionary review stages of criminal proceedings.

  • Review trial records, transcripts, and applicable law to identify and preserve appellate issues, and prepare legal filings such as briefs, motions, and petitions.

  • Maintain communication with clients and collaborate with trial attorneys while documenting case activity and staying current on relevant legal developments.

Harris County rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 122 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

416th of 855 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Position Description About the Harris County Public Defender's Office: The Harris County Public Defender's Office (HCPDO) is committed to providing client-centered, high-quality representation to indigent clients. We seek attorneys dedicated to advancing justice through thoughtful advocacy and collaboration. Position Description: The Harris County Public Defender's Office is seeking an Assistant Public Defender to join the Appellate Division.

This position represents indigent clients throughout the post-conviction appellate process, including motions for new trial, direct appeals, and petitions for discretionary review. The ideal candidate is a strong legal writer, skilled researcher, and committed to providing exceptional representation through thoughtful legal analysis and effective written advocacy. Duties and Responsibilities: Represent clients during the direct appeal, and discretionary review stages of criminal proceedings.

Review trial records, transcripts, and applicable law to identify and preserve appellate issues. Conduct legal research and prepare appellate briefs, motions, petitions, and other legal filings. Maintain regular communication with clients and, when appropriate, their family members regarding the status of their cases and the appellate process.

Collaborate with trial attorneys and other members of the office as appropriate. Accurately document case activity and maintain records in the case management system. Stay current on changes in Texas and federal criminal law and appellate practice.

Perform other duties as assigned. Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net Requirements Supporting Job Application Documents: Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample with their application. Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills. Ability to manage a caseload, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines. Commitment to providing high-quality representation to indigent clients.

Licensure: Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas or eligible for admission to the Texas Bar. NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration.

"See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications. Preferences Experience handling criminal appeals, motions for new trial, or petitions for discretionary review. Judicial clerkship experience, particularly with an appellate court.

Experience in criminal defense or indigent defense. Spanish language proficiency. General Information Position Type and Typical Hours of Work: Regular Full-time Hours will be discussed during departmental interview.

Salary: Depends on Qualifications Based on 26 Pay Periods Plus, benefits Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

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Harris County is the third largest county in the United States with more than 4.7 million residents. There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of the Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county's government.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

2000

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