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National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 2 months ago

Assistant Public Defender in Savannah, Georgia

Savannah, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$85K/yr - $125K/yr

The National Legal Aid & Defender Association is seeking multiple attorneys to represent indigent clients through all phases of criminal proceedings in the Eastern Judicial Circuit, specifically in Savannah, Georgia. The role involves zealous representation in both Superior and Juvenile Courts, with an emphasis on mentoring newer attorneys and collaborating with a team that includes various support roles.

LegalNon Profit

Senior Management

Responsibilities

Zealously represent indigent clients at the appropriate stages of the criminal process, depending on division assignment

Identify and pursue referrals to accountability courts and social services when appropriate

Experienced attorneys are expected to assist in training and mentoring newer attorneys

Qualification

Indigent defense commitmentState Bar membershipPublic service experienceTeam collaborationMentoring skills

Required

Demonstrated commitment to indigent defense or comparable public service

Member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia

Benefits

In-house training and mentoring

Office covers State Bar dues

CLE and seminar fees

Company

National Legal Aid & Defender Association

National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.

Founded in 1911

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

11-50 employees

https://www.nlada.org/

Funding

Current Stage

Early Stage

Total Funding

$0.3M

Key Investors

Lumina Foundation

2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M

Leadership Team

April Frazier Camara, Esq.

President & CEO

Vernina A.

Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer

Recent News

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