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County of Sonoma · 4 months ago

Deputy Public Defender II - Extra Help

Santa Rosa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

The County of Sonoma is seeking a Deputy Public Defender II to join their Public Defender's Office. This role involves performing legal work related to the investigation, preparation, and presentation of criminal and civil cases before the courts, utilizing independent judgment and initiative.

GovernmentNon ProfitSocial

No H1B

Responsibilities

Investigate, research, prepare, and defend criminal and/or civil cases

Interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of cases, opinions, and briefs

Prepare pleadings and other legal documents in connection with trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings

Conduct general legal research

Interview and advise witnesses

Qualification

Criminal law experienceLegal researchPublic speakingCalifornia State Bar membershipPost-conviction relief knowledgeWritten communicationOral communicationInterpersonal skills

Required

At least one year of legal experience practicing criminal law as a licensed attorney

Current active membership in the State Bar of California

Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California

Working knowledge of the duties, powers, limitations, and authorities of the Office of the Public Defender

Working knowledge of the principles of criminal law, principles of trial procedure and rules of evidence

Working knowledge of legal research methods and judicial procedures

Working knowledge of statutory and constitutional laws of the State of California

Ability to consistently prepare and present statements of law, fact and argument clearly, logically and persuasively in written and oral form in legal matters

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, departmental representatives, county officials, the courts, law enforcement agency officials, and the general public

Ability to understand and accept differences in human behavior, and cultural and ethnic background