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Job Description - Public Defender
Position Title: Public Defender
To be considered for OPD positions, applicants must complete and submit their application online, as well as upload any required application materials. Position is open until filled with frequent screenings.
Our Mission
To Provide the Most Compassionate and Expert Defense of Clients and the Constitution
Our Vision
Creating Expert Teams of Advocates for Justice, Bringing Respect and Dignity to our Clients to Achieve Holistic and Equitable Outcomes
Reasons to work for the Office of the Public Defender:
Our work changes lives!
OPD’s work makes a difference for the people in our communities. Public Defenders work for their clients, protect constitutional rights, and ensure the system remains fair. Benefits of working for OPD:
The ability to
work
and
play
in the
beautiful state of Montana
is one of the benefits you will love about this opportunity! Montana offers theaters, museums, fairs, rodeos, a high-quality educational system, and many recreational opportunities. Other fantastic benefits include: Health coverage Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Work/life balance Opportunities and room for professional growth About this Opportunity! Job Overview: Public Defenders serve as a defense attorney for indigent clients and other persons in criminal and civil cases who are entitled by law to assistance of counsel. Essential Functions (Major Duties or Responsibilities): The job duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to the following: A. Client Representation
(95%) Represents clients in court, during hearings or before other legal proceedings and government entities. Provides legal defense in cases that may be high-profile, involve significant liability exposure or death penalty, life in prison. Reviews and prepares legal documents including but not limited to opinions, forms, contracts and/or other legal agreements. Prepares evidence, exhibits, and legal documents necessary to litigate cases. Interprets and applies state and federal laws and administrative rules. B. Other duties as assigned
(5%) May serve as a principal legal advisor in a specific field of law. Attends continuing education trainings as required and necessary. Physical and Environmental Demands:
This position works in a variety of settings such as an office or court, setting and has regular visits to jails, detention centers or mental health facilities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of legal and court policies, procedures, practices and their application with particular reference to indigent defense. State and federal laws, rules and regulations and their judicial interpretation and precedents. Familiarity of methods and tactics employed in the defense of legal actions in courts. Knowledge of criminal law and the law of criminal procedure and its application in the State of Montana. Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, Membership in the State Bar of Montana Preferred: Previous experience in criminal defense preferred. The State of Montana is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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Our work changes lives!
OPD’s work makes a difference for the people in our communities. Public Defenders work for their clients, protect constitutional rights, and ensure the system remains fair. Benefits of working for OPD:
The ability to
work
and
play
in the
beautiful state of Montana
is one of the benefits you will love about this opportunity! Montana offers theaters, museums, fairs, rodeos, a high-quality educational system, and many recreational opportunities. Other fantastic benefits include: Health coverage Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Work/life balance Opportunities and room for professional growth About this Opportunity! Job Overview: Public Defenders serve as a defense attorney for indigent clients and other persons in criminal and civil cases who are entitled by law to assistance of counsel. Essential Functions (Major Duties or Responsibilities): The job duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to the following: A. Client Representation
(95%) Represents clients in court, during hearings or before other legal proceedings and government entities. Provides legal defense in cases that may be high-profile, involve significant liability exposure or death penalty, life in prison. Reviews and prepares legal documents including but not limited to opinions, forms, contracts and/or other legal agreements. Prepares evidence, exhibits, and legal documents necessary to litigate cases. Interprets and applies state and federal laws and administrative rules. B. Other duties as assigned
(5%) May serve as a principal legal advisor in a specific field of law. Attends continuing education trainings as required and necessary. Physical and Environmental Demands:
This position works in a variety of settings such as an office or court, setting and has regular visits to jails, detention centers or mental health facilities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of legal and court policies, procedures, practices and their application with particular reference to indigent defense. State and federal laws, rules and regulations and their judicial interpretation and precedents. Familiarity of methods and tactics employed in the defense of legal actions in courts. Knowledge of criminal law and the law of criminal procedure and its application in the State of Montana. Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school, Membership in the State Bar of Montana Preferred: Previous experience in criminal defense preferred. The State of Montana is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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