Attorney-Conflict Public Defender

State of Montana
Missoula, MT
Category Legal
Job Description
Public Defenders serve as a defense attorney for indigent clients and other persons in criminal and civil cases who are entitled by law to assistance of counsel. Public defenders are expected to exercise professional judgment and render competent legal services for all cases handled by the Office of the Public Defender including: felony and misdemeanor criminal charges; youth court proceedings; involuntary mental health or developmental disability commitments; representing parents and children in dependent/neglect matters; and guardianship or conservatorship proceedings, as described in the Montana Public Defender Act Title 47 http://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0470/chapters_index.html.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school
  • Membership in the State Bar of Montana
  • Previous experience in criminal defense preferred

Benefits

  • Health coverage
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Work/life balance
  • Flexible schedules
  • Opportunities and room for professional growth
  • Telework (when applicable)
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive public service loan forgiveness – visit the Federal Student Aid website to learn more!
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