Attorney For The Law Offices Of The Public Defender (Contract)

Overview

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of applications are received. The Office of the San Bernardino County Public Defender is currently recruiting qualified candidates to work as contract Attorneys for the Public Defense Pilot Program.

These positions offer an opportunity to represent clients with resentencing under Penal Code Sections 1170(d)(1), 1170.95, and 3051. See BSCC website for information about the Public Defense Pilot Program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research
• File and litigate motions in court
• Manage client case files
• Correspond with clients
• Participate in an orientation process and ongoing training

Location

Positions will be primarily located in San Bernardino with the possibility of additional assignments in Rancho Cucamonga.

Salary & Benefits

Excellent Salary and Benefits

These positions offer a competitive salary, from $74,672 to $172,993 annually, commensurate with experience. Additionally, a generous benefit package includes health, dental, vision and life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.

Please note

These are Contract positions and do not attain regular status as County employees.

Sponsorship

San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must be licensed attorneys with the California State Bar in good standing.

Application

Candidates should submit an application and / or resume as soon as possible for immediate consideration. Applications will be accepted until sufficient applications are received; recruitment may close at any time without notice. Applications will be referred directly to the hiring department for consideration.

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