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Staff Attorney II
Prestonsburg, KY H1: Staff Attorney II - Criminal Defense Team H2: Employment Opportunity with the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy Organization: Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) Job Title: Staff Attorney II Department: Criminal Defense Team Experience: 1 year as a licensed attorney or supervised practice Salary: $55,834.32 - $83,752.56 annually Employment Type: Full-time, exempt from overtime pay Location: Prestonsburg Trial Office Overview: - DPA is a nationally recognized public defender system with a strong training and education program. - Seeking an experienced attorney to join the criminal defense team in the Prestonsburg Trial Office. - Ideal candidate has criminal defense experience, strong organizational skills, and a desire to help vulnerable communities. - Duties include representing criminal defendants in District Court cases, conducting client interviews, conducting legal research, and traveling for work. Responsibilities: - Vigorously, effectively, ethically, and with integrity represent criminal defendants in District Court cases. - Conduct client interviews and maintain case notes and records. - Research legal issues and draft clear and concise motions. - Obtain knowledge of the case through discovery and investigation. - Develop a theory of the case that is consistent with the facts and law. - Willing to try appropriate cases. - Perform duties primarily in both office and courtroom settings. - Travel is required. Minimum Requirements: - Education: See Special Requirements. - Experience: 1 year as a licensed attorney or supervised practice under Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.116, or a combination totaling at least 1 year of experience. - Substitute Education for Experience: A Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) can substitute for the required experience. - Substitute Experience for Education: None - Special Requirements: Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111, 2.112, or 2.117. Must maintain any required licensure, certification, or other credentials for the length of employment. Working Conditions: - Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. - Travel is required. Probationary Period: - Initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. Application: - Application closes at 8:00 PM EDT on 10/20/2024. - To apply, visit the DPA website for more details on state employment. - For questions, contact Neil Borders at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** or **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is seeking an experienced Staff Attorney II to join their criminal defense team in the Prestonsburg Trial Office. As part of a nationally recognized public defender system, DPA provides exceptional training and education to its team members. The ideal candidate for this role will have criminal defense experience, strong organizational skills, and a passion for helping vulnerable communities. This is a full-time position, exempt from overtime pay, with a salary range of $55,834.32 - $83,752.56 annually. As a Staff Attorney II, you will represent criminal defendants in District Court cases, conduct client interviews, and research legal issues. You will also have the opportunity to develop a theory of the case and try appropriate cases. This role requires travel and duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. To be considered for this position, you must have at least 1 year of experience as a licensed attorney or supervised practice under Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.116. A Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) can substitute for the required experience. You must also be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111, 2.112, or 2.117. The probationary period for this job is 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. To apply, visit the DPA website for more details on state employment. The application closes at 8:00 PM EDT on 10/20/2024. If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Neil Borders at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** or **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Join the Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy and make a difference in the criminal justice system. As an equal opportunity employer, DPA values diversity and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply. |
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