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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 ...

Trueline

Assistant Public Defender

Smethport, PA · On-site

$55K - $75K/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 ...

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

$63K - $84K/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 ...

Allegany County

Assistant Public Defender

Belmont, NY

$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 ...

Dauphin County

ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER

Harrisburg, PA

$63K - $84K/yr

Assistant Public Defender The Dauphin County Public Defender's Office is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of Assistant Public Defender. The individual in this position ...

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Dauphin County

ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER

Harrisburg, PA

$63K - $84K/yr

Assistant Public Defender The Dauphin County Public Defender's Office is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of Assistant Public Defender. The individual in this position ...

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Allegany County

1st Assistant Public Defender

Belmont, NY · On-site

$63K - $84K/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 ...

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Assistant Public Defender

Trueline

Smethport, PA • On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 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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