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Criminal Defense Attorney
Alamogordo, NM Bold Headlines: - Criminal Defense Attorney (10117150) - Law Offices Of The Public Defender in Alamogordo, NM H1 Heading: Criminal Defense Attorney Position at Law Offices Of The Public Defender in Alamogordo, NM H2 Headings: - Essential Functions - Minimum Qualifications - Employment Requirements - Agency Information - Supplemental Questionnaire Summary: The Law Offices Of The Public Defender in Alamogordo, NM is seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney to provide professional legal services for the representation of juvenile and adult indigent clients. The position offers a flexible work schedule and the opportunity to work from home. The salary ranges from $65,416 to $133,536 annually with a geographical pay differential of $3.50 hourly. Applicants must possess a current license as an attorney issued by the New Mexico Supreme Court or be eligible for a limited license. The selected candidate may be classified as a Public Defender 2, 3, or 4, depending on their qualifications and the agency's critical need. The position also offers opportunities for career advancement and mentoring of lower level attorneys. H2: Essential Functions - Representing juvenile and adult indigent clients in areas of litigation, appeal, counsel, research, and analysis - Conducting plea bargaining with District Attorneys and other parties - Attending seminars and training classes to maintain and develop professional skills - Drafting, reviewing, and preparing legal documents H2: Minimum Qualifications - Current license as an attorney issued by the New Mexico Supreme Court or eligible for a limited license - One year of experience as a practicing attorney for Public Defender 3 classification - Four years of experience as a practicing attorney for Public Defender 4 classification H2: Employment Requirements - Possess and maintain a valid driver's license - Covered by a collective bargaining agreement - Exempt from FLSA - Equal opportunity employer H2: Agency Information - Law Offices Of The Public Defender - Address: 301 N. Guadalupe Street, Suite 101, Santa Fe, NM 87501 - Phone: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - Website: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** H2: Supplemental Questionnaire - Questions regarding licensure and experience as a practicing attorney - Trial experience as a public defender - Experience working with marginalized populations - Experience preparing and arguing motions - Confirmation of related work experience - Understanding of annual leave and probationary period for current state employees. |
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