jobs description

FEDERAL DEFENDERS

MIDDLE DISTRICT OF ALABAMA

FEDERAL DEFENDER PROGRAM, INC.

817 S. COURT STREET, MONTGOMERY, AL 36104

TELEPHONE: (334) 834-2099 | FACSIMILE: (334) 834-0353

Website:

CHRISTINE A. FREEMAN

Executive Director

POSITIONS ANNOUNCEMENT

Trial Unit Attorney

The Middle District of Alabama Federal Defender Program, Inc., in Montgomery, Alabama, is accepting applications for an opening in its Trial Unit, in the full-time position of Assistant Federal Defender. The Trial Unit provides direct representation of indigent persons charged with federal crimes in the Middle District of Alabama, on appeals to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and in post-conviction matters brought in federal court.

Criteria for this position includes:

1. Creativity, intellectual acuity, energy, and enthusiasm
2. Excellent research, writing, computer, advocacy, and instructional skills
3. Ability to communicate and work well with others and on a case team
4. Demonstrated interest in criminal defense issues
5. Commitment to community and intern training
6. Commitment to obtaining justice for indigent persons

Overnight travel on investigative trips is required. Applicants must be a member in good standing of a State Bar by the initial hire date, have a driver’s license, and appropriate motor vehicle insurance. Attorneys in this office may not engage in private practice.

Salaries for all positions depend on experience and are comparable to salaries provided to comparable positions in the Office of the U.S. Attorneys. This office provides excellent benefits.

To apply for any position, mail or fax a letter describing your interest in the position, along with a resume, references, and writing sample, to: Christine A. Freeman, Executive Director, Office of the Federal Defender for the Middle District of Alabama, 817 S. Court Street, Montgomery, Alabama 36104. Our fax number is 334-834-0353. Do not phone regarding the position.

Applications will be taken until the position is filled. Hiring is dependent upon the appropriation of funding and approval of the funding source. This program is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunity for all qualified people who desire to use their skills and abilities in our workplace on behalf of our clients, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, national origin, age, religion, or disability. This program is committed to a diverse staff.

#J-18808-Ljbffr
Montgomery AL United States

salary-criteria

Apply - Trial Unit Attorney