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North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents

Attorney Public Defender

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents, Minot, North Dakota, United States, 58703

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North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents . Summary: This position will represent indigent clients in judicial proceedings in the North Central Judicial District and on appeals in the North Dakota Supreme Court. This position will require travel to all counties in the North Central Judicial District and will provide conflict services in other jurisdictions. The Minot Public Defender Office is made up of a Supervising Attorney, two staff attorneys, a legal assistant, and an administrative assistant. This team will offer the support you need while building a meaningful career as a public defender. Responsibilities

Represent clients in judicial proceedings in a competent, effective and ethical manner. Provide representation for conflict cases in other jurisdictions as necessary which may require travel. Keep abreast of statutory and decisional law in areas of practice. Maintain license to practice law and obtain required CLE credits. May assist with agency education and training programs and projects for public defenders and contract attorneys. Performs other duties as necessary and/or assigned by the Commission. Minimum Qualifications

Licensure as an attorney eligible to practice law in the State of North Dakota. We will consider applications from persons eligible for licensure, but not currently licensed in ND. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Analytical and decision-making ability. About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary. Total Rewards

The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family. Consider a new position on Team ND? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate. Application Procedures

Applicants are screened based on qualifications, successful completion of the interview process and a background and criminal investigation. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Documents To Be Submitted

Resume Cover Letter Three Professional References Anyone needing assistance or accommodations during any part of the application or interview process please contact the Jamestown Administrative Office at 701-845-8632. Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.

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