Job Description

Criminal Defense Attorney

We are seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney who will be representing adult defendants within the criminal justice system by organizing and maintaining each case from arrest through appeal. The Allegheny County Office of Conflict Counsel represents clients who cannot, due to a conflict of interest, be represented by the Allegheny County Public Defender’s Office. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a positive impact in their community and gain valuable experience in the public sector. This position is based within the Allegheny County Office of Conflict Counsel (OCC).

Who Are We?

Great Lakes Research (GL) is a leading provider of professional services and technology products designed specifically for the human service, education, and public and non-profit sectors. Our headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA with additional offices in Gateway Center, downtown Pittsburgh and other locations in the Pittsburgh area. Great Lakes provides staffing services to multiple Allegheny County divisions in the following areas:

• IT Support
• Administrative Support
• Data Analysis, Evaluation and Research
• Project Managers

Who is the Allegheny County Office of Conflict Counsel?

The Office of Conflict Counsel is part of the Allegheny County Public Defender’s office, which provides legal counsel when a client needs representation and is unable to afford it. All OCC cases are heard in the Adult Section of Allegheny County Family Division , which addresses cases involving child support, custody, divorce, and other issues.

Who Are You?

You are a highly organized individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You are an excellent communicator, with a demonstrated interest in working with at-risk youth.

What Will You Be Responsible For?

• Organizing and maintaining cases from arrest through appeal, including appearing for all court hearings (including jury trials).
• Drafting motions and correspondences for cases.
• Preparing each case as required for full and competent representation of the client. This includes client contact, legal research and all preparations and pleadings.
• Visiting adult criminal defendants in local jails and interacting with witnesses from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Familiarizing self with resources available for adult defendants, including drug/alcohol programs, sentencing alternatives, and other social programs

What Background and Skills Does the Ideal Candidate Have?

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to conduct online filing and research.
• Ability to work as part of a team and be able to contribute to a group, as well as have individual success.
• Candidate must have graduated from an ABA accredited law school and be licensed to practice law in the state of Pennsylvania.
• A cover letter and writing sample are required and should be submitted along with an application and resume.

Job Location

This is an onsite, office position based at the Allegheny County Public Defender’s Office in downtown Pittsburgh, PA.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is $ 65,000 per year.

If hired, candidates would be employed by GL and assigned to Allegheny County Public Defender’s Office. This position is for full-time employment. As such, no other contracts for employment with Allegheny County to perform legal services will be permitted.

GL benefits include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and bereavement
• Group term life and AD & D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K/403B Matching Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

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