DEPUTY PUBLIC DEFENDER

Benton County (AR) • Bentonville, AR

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About The Position

The Deputy Public Defender Attorney is responsible for conducting legal research and writing legal documents for use in litigation and for providing legal assistance to clients. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

• Must be licensed to practice law and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar in accordance with ACA 16-22-20.
• Experience in law.
• Must be certified for D and C felonies, misdemeanors, juveniles, guardianship, mental health cases, traffic cases punishable by incarceration and all contempt proceedings punishable by incarceration.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of legal research and writing techniques.
• Knowledge of state and federal court practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and writing legal documents for litigation.
• Provide legal assistance to clients.
• Prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees