Assistant Public Defender
Hinds County, Mississippi —Hinds County, MS
- $67,000 a year
- Full-time
- Driver's License
- Senior level

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Assistant Public Defender

Hinds County, Mississippi -
Hinds County, MS

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Job Details

Full-time
$67,000 a year

Qualifications

Doctor of Law (JD)
Driver's License
Bar

Full Job Description

The following examples are intended as illustrations of the various types of work to be performed. No attempt is made to be exhaustive in the examples provided. Other logical duties are expected to be performed as assigned.

Interview people accused of committing criminal offenses.

Regular visits with people in detention facilities and/or prisons.

Court appearances on behalf of accused in all courts systems within Hinds County, including but not limited to Initial Appearance, bond hearings, habeas corpus, mandamus, emergency petitions, Preliminary Hearings, and other related pre-trial activity.

Negotiate with charging authorities in an attempt to reach a final disposition of the charge.

Act as lead and/or assisting counsel in felony trials Circuit Court. Act as lead and/or assisting counsel in capital felony trials. Act as lead and/or assisting counsel in any misdemeanors that may be assigned to the Office.

Works directly with the Public Defender, Deputy Public Defender and the Executive Assistant in the supervision and training of the Secretarial staff and the Investigative staff.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Attorney must possess a Juris Doctorate and be licensed to practice law in the State of Mississippi in all Mississippi State Courts. Preference will be given to attorneys with litigation experience, especially jury trials. All applicants must be and remain in good standing with the Mississippi Bar Association and the Supreme Court. Attorney must maintain all professional license requirements and required CLE credits and possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Terms of Employment

This is an Exempt position.

This is an At-Will employment position

Starting Salary

$67,000

Job Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Mission Statement

Hinds County Government is committed to the essentials in building a competitive future, enhancing the quality of life, ensuring a quality work force, promoting a more attractive business climate, and forging a stronger economy in our county for all citizens.

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Starting Salary

Job Posting Close Date

Mission Statement

Hinds County Government is committed to the essentials in building a competitive future, enhancing the quality of life, ensuring a quality work force, promoting a more attractive business climate, and forging a stronger economy in our county for all citizens.

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