Louisiana Public Defender Board



CADDO PARISH DISTRICT PUBLIC DEFENDER OFFICEJOB OPENINGFull-Time Staff AttorneysThe Caddo Parish District Public Defender Office is seeking full-time staff attorneys to provide legal representation to indigent defendants charged with felonies and misdemeanors in the First Judicial District Court, Caddo Parish, Louisiana.Qualified candidates must be licensed with the Louisiana State Bar Association and be in good standing.Candidates must be team-oriented individuals who will:Handle cases from appointment of counsel through disposal of post-trial motions and filing of notice of appeal.Be learned in Louisiana Statutory Criminal Law and Code of EvidenceCommunicate with, advise, and counsel clients regarding their cases.Conduct client visits at the office and at the jail.Be responsible for reviewing files and determining trial and defense strategy.Be responsible for the investigation and preparation of cases for court.Draft and prepare written pleadings appropriate to each case.Prepare and file writs when ply with the Louisiana Public Defender Board Trial Court Compliance Standards (LAC 22:XV. Chapter 7).Maintain physical/electronic files and update the Defender Database as needed with the aid of Attorney’s assistant.Conduct trials (by jury or judge) when appropriate.Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Staff Attorney/Section Chief or District Public Defender.This list of duties is meant to be illustrative and is not a complete list of responsibilities. Responsibilities may change at any time. Benefits include health insurance and retirement investment plan.The Caddo Parish District Public Defender Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer who seeks to extend equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of their race, color, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender, disability, genetic profile, religion, national origin, ethnic background, military service, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local law. Interested candidates should email resume, cover letter, and writing sample to:employment@ ................
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