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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Assistant Public Defender II, G23, Public Defender's Office

1110 Washington St. Ste.102 Laredo, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$82K/yr - $91K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking an Assistant Public Defender II to provide legal representation for indigent clients. The role involves meeting with clients, conducting legal research, and preparing cases for trial.

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Responsibilities

Represents clients who have been charged with an offense; meets with clients and provides advice concerning charges pending and available options

Research case law and special legal issues

Conducts background investigations; interviews witnesses, victims, and law enforcement officers

Prepares cases for trial; represents clients in court

Negotiates cases with District Attorneys, clients, and family members

Remains informed of new court decisions, new laws, and revised rules and regulations

Prioritizes plans and organizes work to meet numerous deadlines and amended deadlines for motions, extensions, show cause and evidentiary hearings, and other court requirements

Supervises and delegates responsibilities to legal secretaries and investigators

Maintains legal files and records

Perform any other duties as assigned

Qualification

LawLegal research skillsTrial proceedings knowledgeInvestigative techniquesPersuasive argumentsProblem analysisBilingual (English/Spanish)Oral communicationWritten communication