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Defender Association of Philadelphia · 5 months ago

Assistant Defender - Trial Attorney (Lateral)

Main Office, Philadelphia, PA, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

The Defender Association of Philadelphia is looking for an experienced trial attorney to join their criminal trial practice divisions. This role involves handling all aspects of client representation in the Philadelphia Criminal Courts and managing a complex adult criminal caseload.

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Responsibilities

Handle all aspects of client representation in the Philadelphia Criminal Courts, including but not limited to preliminary hearings, motions, waiver trials, jury trials, and violations of probation

Maintain and manage an adult criminal caseload within the assigned trial unit. This involves specially-assigned, complex cases of all types, including cases where clients are charged with violent and sexual offenses

Draft, file, and argue all necessary motions and memoranda of law

Interview clients over the telephone, in-person, and at county and state correctional institutions

Engage in holistic representation practices that assist the client in collateral matters that may impact the direct legal representation of the client

Maintain a professional team-oriented work atmosphere with other attorneys, social workers, investigators and administrative staff within the unit, and all other units at the Defender Association

Qualification

Pennsylvania bar membershipCriminal trial experienceJury trial experienceClient-centered representationHolistic representationCollaborative work

Required

Juris Doctor required, must be Pennsylvania bar member (active and in good standing)

Minimum of three years' experience providing direct legal representation to individuals involved in the criminal justice system, including litigating complex felony cases

A demonstrated interest in and commitment to the representation of individuals who are indigent within the criminal justice system

Ability to adapt to changing needs of the Defender Association and to work collaboratively with all Defender staff

Must be able to travel to courtrooms, local and statewide prisons/facilities if needed