Closing Date: 3rd April, 2024
Description:
Are you seeking a rewarding and challenging career? Bring your litigation skills to the Office of the State Public Defender (SPD) and make a different in the lives of Wisconsin residents! SPD is currently recruiting to fill one full-time Assistant State Public Defender for our Milwaukee Appellate Office.SPD's mission is to enhance the quality of justice throughout Wisconsin by providing high-quality, cost-effective representation to indigent clients, protecting the rights of accused individuals, and by serving as advocates for effective defense services and a rational criminal justice system. At SPD, we are committed to diversity in hiring, retention, and career development. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To learn more, visit our website at http://wispd.gov.
Position Summary:
The SPD Appellate Division provides legal representation at the circuit court (trial court) level, court of appeals, and Wisconsin Supreme Court, primarily on direct appeal. The types of cases include but are not limited to: criminal, civil commitment, protective placement (personal guardianship), sexually violent offender commitment, termination of parental rights, and others as specified by state law for juveniles and adults.
Qualifications:
Letter of Qualifications, Resume & Writing Sample: You must submit all documents in order to be considered. It is important that you clearly explain and elaborate on your experience and/or training in your letter of qualifications and/or resume.
An ASPD must possess a strong sense of commitment and dedication to indigent defense. Fluency in a foreign language is a plus.
Minimum Qualifications (Required - Candidates must have experience and/or training relevant to these areas in order to be considered for this position):
- Providing legal representation (e.g. conducting litigation or hearings, negotiating, etc.)
- Drafting of legal documents (e.g. preparing legal pleadings, motions, briefs, etc.)
- Time management skills and the ability to meet hard deadlines for caseload
- Ability to interact professionally with diverse groups (e.g. office staff, clients, opposing counsel, courts, etc.)
A Well Qualified Candidate will also have experience in the following areas:
- Experience representing criminal cases (e.g. conducting litigation or hearings, negotiating, etc.)
- Drafting legal motions and briefs
