Limited Practitioner
About The Position
The Limited Practitioner position bridges the period between law school graduation and becoming sworn in and licensed by a state bar. It allows the Law Offices of the Public Defender (LOPD) to extend offers to applicants before graduation, providing a prospective employee with an employment commitment after graduation and the LOPD with a candidate dedicated to indigent defense. Successful applicants are expected to join the LOPD soon after taking the bar exam for extensive training in criminal defense, local rules and practices, and the LOPD’s approach to holistic representation. After being sworn in and demonstrating the expected level of practice, Limited Practitioners may move into a Public Defender Attorney position, depending on demonstrated performance and position availability. The position is intended for LOPD offices throughout the state. Limited Practitioners are paid $31.98 per hour, or $66,518.40 annually as a base salary. The typical starting salary for a Public Defender 2 position is $37.7415 per hour, or $78,502.32 annually as a base salary. This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is classified as non-exempt under the FLSA. The LOPD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Preference may be given to multilingual applicants fluent in English and other languages. Applicants must submit a full application, including a current resume, cover letter, and current transcripts. Applicants are asked to identify and rank the LOPD locations or offices where they are considering employment.
Requirements
- Complete at least two years at an American Bar Association (ABA)-accredited law school.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Be eligible to work in the United States for the Law Offices of the Public Defender; the employer cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
- Submit a full application with a current resume, cover letter, and current transcripts.
Nice To Haves
- Preference may be given to applicants fluent in English and other languages.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with preparing legal documents, conducting legal research, and administrative tasks.
- Attend court hearings, trials, and client meetings to support attorneys, as applicable.
- Assist with case preparation, including reviewing discovery, drafting motions, and organizing case files.
- Complete training in criminal defense, local rules and practices, and the LOPD’s approach to holistic representation.
- Perform duties under the supervision and direction of an assigned licensed attorney.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
