VHBE Deputy Public Defender

City of Aurora•Lancaster, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mission of the Public Defender's Office is to provide complete, quality legal representation to indigent defendants who are faced with a possible jail sentence and are charged with a municipal ordinance violation in the Aurora Municipal Court. The Public Defender's Office is governed by the Public Defender Commission, which ensures that indigent clients are represented in accordance with its strict guidelines. Under the direction of the Chief Public defender, provides professional legal counsel to and defends indigent clients in cases brought before the Municipal Court.

Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Have a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and License to Practice Law in the State of Colorado.
Participation in a clinical trial program held in conjunction with law school.
Must have no grievances resolved against them by any state Attorney regulation board.
Must have trials experience or trial practice class.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principals Practices and procedures related to criminal courtroom proceedings.
Case preparation and presentation
Application of laws of the State of Colorado and ordinances of the City of Aurora, legal terminology
Trial practice and tactics
Appellate procedures
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, citizens, and City officials.
Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Work independently.
Make oral presentations.
Strong interpersonal, analytical, and decision-making skills
A current license to practice law in the State of Colorado

Responsibilities

Represents indigent defendants in cases brought before the municipal court charged with municipal ordinance violations in the Aurora Municipal Court
Examines evidence, reviews, prepares, and presents cases.
Counsels’ clients on legal rights and responsibilities
Initiates and defends appeals in appellate courts, when appropriate
Works on numerous trials and hearings, client interviews, motions, and/or appeals
Works with court staff to see that cases are handled in an efficient and timely manner.
Follows established court procedures.
Performs additional duties as assigned by the Chief Public Defender or Chief Deputy Public Defender