Assistant Public Defender

Clinton County • Plattsburgh, NY • 1w ago

Employer: Clinton County Public Defender's OfficeJob Title: Assistant Public DefenderStarting salary range: $82,849 - 97,979/yearlyOffice Location:12 New York RoadPlattsburgh, NY 12903518-565-3660Contact: Jamie Martineau, Public Defenderjamie.martineau@clintoncountyny.gov518-565-3660Position DescriptionThis is a full-time attorney position responsible for providing criminal defense for low-income individuals in Clinton County, New York under the supervision of the Public Defender and Chief Assistant PublicDefender. Salary is based on experience. Law graduates who have not yet been admitted may begin work as Junior Assistant Public Defenders and be promoted to full APDs upon admission.Distinguishing FeaturesThis is professional legal work involving responsibility for representation of indigent defendants as assigned by the Public Defender. Work involves representation of each indigent defendant through everystage of the proceedings following arrest. The incumbent assists the Public Defender in the investigation, preparation, conduct and appeal in various court and legal proceedings involving indigent defendants. Thework is performed under general direction with wide leeway allowed for independent judgment in applying legal knowledge to specific problems and in taking appropriate legal action. The incumbent doesrelated work as required.Typical Work Activities (Illustrative Only)Prepares cases for hearings and trials, prepares briefs, secures evidence and conducts investigations;Represents and counsels defendants at every stage of proceedings following arrest; Assists with the investigations and preparation of any appeals; Researches legal matters and orally argues motions; Meets with clients in custody and maintains communication with them, and when appropriate with their families; Confers with witnesses, law enforcement officers, judges and District Attorneys concerning individual cases; Confers with defendants, witnesses, law enforcement officers, judges and District Attorneys concerning individual cases; Assists with various court records or reports.Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Personal CharacteristicsThorough knowledge of criminal procedure law and practice in New York State; Thorough knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence; Good knowledge in appraising and organizing facts andevidence; Good knowledge in preparing briefs and in the presentation of a defense before a jury;Good command of language; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to express arguments of law both clearly and concisely; Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with law enforcement and other governmental agencies; Ability to deal with the public; Good judgement.BenefitsNew York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS)Paid time offHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceReferral programEmployee assistance program

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