Assistant Public Defender

Agency

Indigent Defense Services

Division

PUBLIC DEFENDER 7 DISTRICT

Job Classification Title

Assistant Public Defender (NS)

Position Number

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About Us

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day North Carolinas courts help provide safety for our communities prosperity for our economy and protection for the rights liberties and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor denial or delay.

Description of Work

SALARY RANGE: $85000.00 - $100000.00 (based upon experience level)

Seeking Experienced NC licensed attorneys.

Experienced Assistant Public Defender Felony Division (Halifax County)

The North Carolina Office of Indigent Defense Services is seeking an experienced attorney to join the District 7 Public Defenders Office as an Assistant Public Defender assigned primarily to felony representation in Halifax County. This position is ideal for a seasoned criminal defense attorney who is passionate about protecting constitutional rights trying complex cases and serving a rural community where skilled advocates make a meaningful difference every day.

As a member of our collaborative team you will represent indigent clients charged with serious felony offenses from appointment through disposition. You will handle a diverse felony caseload litigate motions negotiate resolutions when appropriate and try cases before juries. You will work alongside experienced attorneys investigators client advocates and community partners committed to providing exceptional client-centered representation.

District 7 serves Bertie Halifax Hertford and Northampton Counties in northeastern North Carolina. Our office embraces innovation teamwork and holistic defense while offering attorneys meaningful courtroom experience and the opportunity to have a lasting impact on the lives of clients and the communities we serve.

Outside the courtroom youll enjoy the quality of life that northeastern North Carolina offers. The Chowan Roanoke Middle and Cashie Rivers provide outstanding opportunities for kayaking fishing and outdoor recreation. The Albemarle Sound and the renowned Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course are nearby and the Outer Banks Virginia Beach and Washington D.C. are all within easy driving distance. District 7 offers the opportunity to enjoy the peace of a close-knit community while remaining conveniently connected to larger metropolitan areas.

This position includes North Carolina State employment benefits including the State Health Plan retirement benefits paid leave extensive continuing legal education opportunities the Annual Public Defender Conference access to expert forensic resources and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program in accordance with federal requirements.

If you are an experienced criminal defense attorney seeking a challenging felony practice meaningful trial work and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of North Carolinas legal desert communities we encourage you to apply.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Responsibilities include:

• Advocateforclientsrightsandinterestspriortoandduringcourtproceedings hearings and trials. This includes conducting legal research preparing legal documents developing defense strategies assisting in investigating cases and gathering evidence negotiating with prosecutors and presenting evidence in court.
• Stay informed about relevant laws regulations and legal precedents.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals including colleagues within the public defenders office investigators and support staff.
• Handle administrative tasks related to caseload management document preparation and other responsibilities within the public defenders office.
• Maintain open and effective communication with clients to keep them informed about their cases explain legal options and address their concerns. Also maintain communication to better understand your clients unique situation and build a strong defense on your clients behalf.
• Adhere to ethical standards and legal responsibilities in the practice of law.

TheDistrict7PublicDefenderOfficestrivestocreateadiversestaffwithexpertiseandinterestin serving our indigent clients who come to us with diverse needs backgrounds ethnicities anddisabilities.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Federal State common and constitutional law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; case statutory regulatory and common law; NC General Statutes to defend criminal cases; judicial and quasi-judicial procedures; and legal research methods.

Skills in: Ability to analyzefacts identify legal issues and develop strong casestrategies; Strong oral communication skills to present arguments persuasively and engage with judges and juries; the ability to think critically and make quick effective decisions during trial proceedings; creative problem-solving skills to address unexpected challenges during a trial; strong writing skills to prepare persuasive motions briefs and legal documents; interpersonal skills; organization and time management skills; and technology proficiency skills.

Ability to: analyze facts laws rules regulations interpretations and related written documents and apply applicable law to those facts; plan develop and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results; prepare organize and conduct witness examinations; deliver opening statements closing arguments and evidentiary objections; communicate in a clear and concisemanner.

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Travis Davis

NC Administrative Office of the Courts
Human Resources Division

Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina.

Must provide arésumé and cover letter.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Travis Edward Davis

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