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Assistant Public Defender - Part Time

National Legal Aid & Defender Association, East Stroudsburg, PA, United States


Overview

The Monroe County District Public Defender's Office is actively seeking compassionate and committed individuals with a passion for serving the public interest by ensuring access to justice for indigent individuals. Joining our team as an Assistant Public Defender, you will report to the Chief Public Defender and will be responsible for representing and defending indigent clients in District Justice Court, Court of Common Pleas, in state Superior and Supreme Courts, and Juvenile Court within the State of Pennsylvania. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to serve the community and provide legal defense for individuals facing criminal charges, we encourage you to apply for the Assistant Public Defender position with the Monroe County Public Defender's Office. Responsibilities

Represent and defend indigent clients in criminal matters across District Justice Court, Court of Common Pleas, state Superior and Supreme Courts, and Juvenile Court within Pennsylvania. Benefits

Monroe County offers affordable medical and dental benefits; no-cost vision, life insurance, and telemedicine services; pension; student loan forgiveness; 14 paid holidays, and much more!

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