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Assistant Federal Public Defender

Pennsylvania Western Federal Public Defender
Pittsburgh, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$79,351 - $197,100 a year

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Writing skills
Legal research

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Job Details for Assistant Federal Public Defender

Court Name/Organization

Pennsylvania Western Federal Public Defender

Overview of the Position

The Federal Public Defender for the Western District of Pennsylvania is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Federal Public Defender (AFPD). This position is open to candidates interested in working out of our Pittsburgh office or one of our branch offices in Erie or Johnstown.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Opening and Closing Dates

07/14/2026 - Open Until Filled

Appointment Type

Permanent

Salary

$79,351 - $197,100

Announcement Number

2026-12

Position Description

The AFPD will represent clients charged with federal criminal offenses and involved in other matters covered under the Criminal Justice Act. Regular responsibilities include working with clients; digesting large case files and investigative materials; developing litigation strategies, including negotiation and mitigation; researching and drafting motions and other filings; conducting evidentiary hearings and trials; working with experts and other witnesses; and leading teams of investigators, mitigation specialists, paralegals, and legal assistants.

Qualifications

The successful applicant must be a graduate from an accredited law school. Courtroom experience is preferred, and excellent research, writing and oral advocacy skills are required, as is a demonstrated commitment to indigent defense. Proficiency in the Spanish language is preferred but not required. The applicant should be prepared to undertake the representation of clients in serious criminal cases and be able to manage a heavy caseload. Travel and working outside regular business hours are essential for the position, as are effective organizational skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Federal Public Defender attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law. The successful candidate will be subject to a general background check and IRS tax check procedure as a condition of employment.

Employee Benefits

This position is full-time with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Generous Health/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance Coverage
Dependent and Long-term Care Insurance Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Commuter Benefit Program, including Mass Transit and Parking Reimbursement Accounts
Earned paid time off, including paid sick leave
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Up to 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Mandatory participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System
Optional participation in the Thrift Savings Plan retirement account with up to 5% agency matching contributions
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Employee Assistance Program (confidential counseling and assistance)
Credit for prior federal service

Application Info

Interested applicants are invited to apply by submitting a single pdf document that includes a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via email to the attention of: Elisa A. Long, Federal Public Defender, [email protected] , Subject: 2026-12 One or more positions may be filled from this posting. Hiring for this position is dependent on the availability of funds. No phone calls, please.

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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