Role OverviewPublic Defenders serve as defense attorneys for indigent clients and other persons in criminal and civil cases. They exercise professional judgment and render competent legal services for all cases handled by the Office of the Public Defender.
What You Will Do
The job duties and responsibilities include representing clients in court, preparing legal documents, interpreting and applying state and federal laws, and identifying and interviewing parties, witnesses, and experts involved during legal proceedings.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Public Defenders must have a passion, commitment, and willingness to work collaboratively with underprivileged populations to ensure that needed services are provided and continually advocate and strive to improve the level of services OPD provides to its clients.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school
- Membership in the State Bar of Montana
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
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