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Assistant Federal Public Defender
Federal Public Defender Southern District WV —Charleston, WV
- Full-time
- Background check
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- Health insurance
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Assistant Federal Public Defender
West Virginia Southern Federal Public Defender —Charleston, WV
- Full-time
- Background check
- Word processing
- Mid-level
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Public Defender
Public Defender Corporation for Boone and Lincoln Counties —Madison, WV
- $72,000 - $78,000 a year
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- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Attorney
KANAWHA COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER OFFICE —Charleston, WV
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
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- Entry level
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- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Federal Public Defender

Federal Public Defender Southern District WV
Charleston, WV

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Job Details

Full-time
2 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Legal advocacy
Law
Word processing
Writing skills
Criminal defense law
Direct client contact
Appeal preparation assistance
Criminal case experience
Legal research databases
Bar
Time management

Full Job Description

The Federal Public Defender for the Southern District of West Virginia, at Charleston, is accepting applications for the position of Assistant Federal Public Defender. The Federal Public Defender operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, U.S.C. § 3006A, to provide defense services to indigent persons in federal criminal cases and related matters in the federal courts.

Requirements: An Assistant Federal Public Defender must be: (1) a U.S. citizen or eligible to be employed in the United States; (2) a graduate of an accredited law school, and have admission and good standing in a state bar; (3) licensed to practice law in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, or must become so licensed within one year after entrance on duty; and (4) licensed to practice law in the State of West Virginia, or must become so licensed within one year after entrance on duty.

Duties: Assistant Federal Public Defender duties include trials and court hearings, direct appeals to the circuit court, post-conviction and witness representation, and representation in other matters such as supervised release hearings. The position requires travel for investigation, litigation, and training. Federal Public Defender attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law.

Selection Criteria: The successful applicant must have a demonstrated capacity or aptitude for excellence in trial and appellate practice, a commitment to the representation of indigent accused persons, and sufficient experience to immediately undertake the defense of serious criminal cases in the United States courts. This position also requires excellent research skills; proficiency in computer-assisted legal research; word processing capability; and time management skills. This position also requires the ability to communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, colleagues, staff, and court and agency personnel.

Conditions of Employment: The selected candidate will be subject to a background check or investigation, including an F.B.I. name and fingerprint check and an I.R.S. tax check, and subsequent favorable suitability determination for employment. Employees of the Federal Public Defender Office are in the excepted service, are considered “at-will” employees, and are not covered by the Civil Service Reform Act. This position will be filled subject to the availability of funds.

Salary and benefits: This is a full-time, permanent position, and federal salary and benefits apply. Salary commensurate with Assistant U.S. Attorneys for the Southern District of West Virginia. This position is subject to mandatory electronic transfer (direct deposit) of net pay.

How to Apply: Qualified persons may apply by submitting a letter of interest, resume, three professional references, law school and undergraduate transcripts, and one writing sample to: Federal Public Defender, U.S. Courthouse, 300 Virginia Street, East, Suite 3400, Charleston, WV 25301. Electronic submissions are preferred and should be sent to [email protected].

Posting Date: Position announced August 17, 2026; open until filled with priority given to applications received by August 31, 2026. All responses will remain confidential. The Federal Public Defender Office is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact Administrative Officer David Boyles at 304-347-3350.

The Federal Public Defender is an Equal-Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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