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ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER I

Juvenile Division, Prince George's County (District V)

Recruitment #15-005430-0003

GRADE

20

Main Purpose of Job

An Assistant Public Defender combines his/her demonstrated dedication to the representation of indigent clients with his/her strong and zealous litigation skills to provide exceptional representation on behalf of all his/her clients.  The attorney in this position is expected to work independently in managing an active juvenile caseload while simultaneously working in a team-oriented environment focused on a client-centered approach to representation.  This position commences in late August, 2015 and is located at 14735 Main Street, Suite 272B, Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772.  

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Zealous representation of juvenile clients at every stage of the delinquency process.
• Ability to competently, independently, and resourcefully manage an active caseload.
• Actively communicate with clients, family members, supervisors, team members, and resources for optimal client outcomes.
• Continuously seek professional development through training and other continuing legal education and trial skills courses.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have membership in good standing in the Maryland Bar or Bar of another State by August, 2015. 

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

In addition to submitting this electronic application, please submit via email a: (1) current resume, (2) cover letter addressing the above qualifications, (3) list of references and (4) completed Applicant Essay (available on our website under “Careers”).  Cover letters should be addressed to:  Johanna Cohen Leshner, Director of Recruitment, 6 St. Paul Street, Suite 1400, Baltimore, Maryland 21202.  

(1)-(4) outlined above must be submitted electronically.  Please email items (1)-(4) in one email to attorneyjobs@opd.state.md.us.  In the subject line of the email please indicate “APD Juvenile Division District V.”  Incomplete applications will not be considered.  

TTY Users:  call via Maryland Relay, 1-800-925-4434.

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Assistant Public Defenders are full-time employees who serve at the pleasure of the Public Defender.  Criminal Procedure Art., Section 16-203(d).  Assistant Public Defenders cannot engage in the private practice of law while in this position.

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As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.




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