
Public Defender Corp., 25th Judicial Circuit
The Public Defender Office, 25th Judicial Circuit, seeks a qualified individual to serve as Chief Public Defender. The selected candidate will represent indigent persons charged with criminal offenses in Boone and/or Lincoln County Magistrate and Circuit Courts. The selected candidate will also be responsible for supervision of daily activity and administrative duties related to both offices within the Circuit.
Benefits: Competitive salary based on work experience, PEIA medical insurance, PERS retirement, all state observed holidays off, paid vacation and sick leave, and potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness program.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree from ABA accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in West Virginia.
- Knowledge of West Virginia Criminal Code, Rules of Criminal Procedure, and Rules of Evidence.
- Strong communication, writing, and organization skills.
- Ability to research law, interpret law, draft legal documents, and advocate in court proceedings.
- Ability to effectively undertake office administration.
Please send a cover letter and resume by February 3, 2023 to one of the following:
- Email: bcpd.klane@suddenlinkmail.com;
- Mail: Attn: Kathy Lane, 320 Main Street, Madison, WV 25130; or
- Fax: (304) 369-2968.
To apply for this job email your details to bcpd.kball@suddenlinkmail.com