Assistant Public Defender

Assistant Public Defender

Bellefonte, PA

1 DAYS AGO

22548056

Summary

Bellefonte, PA

In-Person

$29.10 - $36.06 per Hour

1 Years Experience

Any degree above a Master's - e.g. Ph.D., Ed.D., J.D.

No Commission

40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time

Description

Investigates assigned cases, interviews and subpoenas witnesses and conducts research in preparation for pre-trial hearings and trials.

Counsels clients.

Prepares and files motions, briefs and other legal documents.

Visits mental hospitals, jails and state correctional facilities if client is detained.

Represents client at pre-trial hearings/conferences, other proceedings, arraignments, jury and non-jury trials, sentencing and post-conviction hearings.

Prepares post-trial motions, briefs and arguments for appeals to Commonwealth, Superior and Supreme Courts.

Conducts legal research in preparation of cases and trials.

Negotiates plea-bargains with District Attorney for clients.

Utilizes computer for docketing, drafting letters and other legal correspondence or reports.

Dictates correspondence.

Interacts with other internal departments, police and external agencies and general public.

Attends staffing and training sessions.

Advises public groups of the functions of the office.

Travels as necessary for trial preparations.

Performs other job related duties as required.

Additional Details

Driver's License: Class C - Standard Drivers License

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