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Basic Function:This is an appellate position in the Office of Attorney General's Criminal Law Division, which includes handling of state criminal appeals, as well as proceedings under the Pennsylvania Post Conviction Relief Act and federal habeas corpus matters. A primary job requirement is excellent written and oral advocacy skill. Experience with evidentiary hearings or trials is preferred.The A...

Summary:Assistant District Attorneys assume responsibility for fair and ethical prosecution of a variety of crimes, with Trials Assistant District Attorneys taking on the cases from the time an investigation begins through post-sentence motions, and Appellate Assistant District Attorneys taking over the cases following the post-sentence motions and continuing throughout the pendency of the appella...

Summary:The Montgomery County Public Defender's Office is now hiring for the position of Assistant Public Defender. The successful candidate will be assigned to the Appellate Unit of the office.The Montgomery County Office of the Public Defender is committed to delivering the highest standard of legal representation to adults and juveniles in criminal matters, including trial, sentencing, and appe...

Summary:The Assistant Chief of the Appellate Division provides managerial support to the Division Chief in that this position (1) directly supervises, trains, monitors, and mentors Assistant District Attorneys in the Unit; (2) cultivates and implements best practices in the post-sentencing and appellate stages of litigation; and (3) identifies administrative issues in the post-sentencing and appel...

Summary:The Montgomery County Public Defender's Office is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Public Defender for our Fall 2026 class. This role is designed for individuals who have graduated from law school but not yet been admitted to the bar.While awaiting bar results, candidates will serve in the role of “Law Clerk.” During that time they will receive comprehensive train...