Assistant Public Defender

OFFICE : Hancock County Public Defender (Findlay, OH)

POSITION TITLE : Assistant Public Defender

HOURS : 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. M-F

ANNUAL SALARY : Commensurate with experience, PERS, Full Benefit Package

The Hancock County Public Defender’s Office is now accepting applications for the position of full-time Assistant Public Defender. The office consists of (12) individuals—six attorneys and six support staff/investigators. We manage all aspects of indigent criminal defense from juvenile delinquency to homicide cases. The Public Defender also assists individuals facing child support contempt actions, and Abuse, Neglect, Dependency actions. Our office is committed to seeking and sustaining a top-tier staff with expertise and interest in serving indigent clients who come to us with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities.

Seeking an experienced individual to represent indigent clients in legal proceedings. An ideal candidate should be dedicated to indigent defense, have exemplary organizational skills, and can work both independently and collaboratively with the defense team. Successful applicant will be handling matters in Hancock County Common Pleas Court, Hancock County Juvenile Court, Findlay Municipal Court, and Tiffin-Fostoria Municipal Court.

QUALIFICATIONS : Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school. Ongoing compliance with CLE requirements. Candidate must be admitted, and in good standing to practice law in the State of Ohio.

GENERAL DUTIES : Meet with clients to gather evidence and prepare for trial; Research, prepare and file pre-trial motions; Handle hearings from arraignment to jury trial; Ability to speak and write effectively; Effectively communicate with office personnel, court personnel, prosecutors, law enforcement, probation officers and the public; Co-counsel cases and cover cases when needed; Perform all other duties as assigned by the public defender; Limited travel required (mileage reimbursed).

SALARY: Salary commensurate with experience

SEND RESUMES TO : Natalie Click, Office Manager, Hancock County Public Defender’s Office [email protected]; 514 S. Main St., Ste. A, Findlay, OH 45840

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person