Top 12 Public defender Jobs in Sc

Assistant Public Defender
Beaufort County South Carolina —Beaufort, SC
- $83,886.40 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Assistant Public Defender (Attorney)
York County Government —York County, SC
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER
County of Greenville - PUBLIC DEFENDER CI —Greenville, SC
- $68,997.75 a year
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
Senior Public Defender (Attorney)
York County Government —York County, SC
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
10d
Public Defender Attorney I
Richland County Government —Richland County, SC
- Full-time
- Adults
- Senior level
- Negotiation
Third Circuit Public Defender's Office - Assistant Public Defender
Sumter County, S.C. —Sumter County, SC
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Retirement plan
Appellate Defender - Attorney II
State of South Carolina —Columbia, SC
- $66,400 - $119,500 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Mid-level
- Loan forgiveness
Paralegal
Florence County SC —Florence, SC
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Public Defender
Beaufort County South Carolina —Beaufort, SC
Responsibilities include managing caseloads, conducting in-depth case assessments, developing defense strategies, preparing for hearings and trials, and…
$83,886.40 a year
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York County Government —York County, SC
Performs general administrative/clerical work as required, including but not limited to copying and filing documents, entering and retrieving computer data,…
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The Office of the Ohio Public Defender complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with…
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Assistant Public Defender - Appeals & Postconviction
State of Ohio - Public Defender Commission —Columbus, OH
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Assistant Public Defender

Beaufort County South Carolina
Beaufort, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$83,886.40 a year

Qualifications

Legal advocacy
Criminal procedure
Trial material preparation assistance
Court record maintenance
Legal presentation of evidence
Case assessment
Interviewing clients
Managing court exhibits
Caseload management
Criminal defense law
Mid-level
Witness interviewing
Legal motion preparation
Case law analysis
Client management
Data entry
Document review
Legal evidence
Legal case management
Documentation Handling
Legal client interviewing
Legal support investigation
Court-related public interaction

Full Job Description

JOB Summary Objective
The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive legal representation to assigned clients through case evaluation, strategic preparation, and courtroom advocacy. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, conducting in-depth case assessments, developing defense strategies, preparing for hearings and trials, and maintaining clear communication with clients and stakeholders. The role involves coordinating with court administration, analyzing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and preparing clients and exhibits for trial to ensure a fair and thorough defense. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Conduct case evaluations, assess client eligibility, review evidence, and ensure jurisdictional accuracy.
Manage caseload, attend court appearances, maintain records, coordinate activities, and prepare cases for hearings and trials.
Represent clients in County, Magistrate, and Municipal Courts, preparing and presenting cases for defense.
Investigate cases by interviewing clients and witnesses, reviewing records, inspecting evidence, and preparing exhibits and expert witnesses.
Represent clients in court at various hearings, including arraignments, pre-trial, and specialty court sessions; prepare motions and arguments.
Conduct various hearings, including those related to juvenile detention, probation revocation, mental health, and bond hearings.
Notify defendants and bondsmen of court appearances, and address client and public inquiries and complaints professionally.
Serve as a liaison to clients, families, and witnesses, providing updates and guidance on legal processes
Perform administrative duties such as data entry, document management, and responding to inquiries.
Stay updated on criminal legislation and case law; attend necessary training to maintain legal knowledge and skills.
Performs related work as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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