Closing Date: 20th January, 2026

Description:

Applications are being accepted for a Deputy Assistant Public Defender located at GA #9 – Middletown. This location is a combined JD/GA office. This position provides legal representation to indigent persons accused of crimes as required by the constitutions of both the United States and the State of Connecticut. Daily tasks may include meeting with clients in lock-up, providing legal representation at arraignment, negotiating plea agreements, attending jail visit with incarcerated clients, and working collaboratively with support staff such as social workers and investigators.

This position will be assigned temporarily to Middletown to cover an extended leave of absence through an anticipated end date of May 2027; at that time, the position may be relocated to a surrounding jurisdiction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Defend indigent clients; advise clients of rights and responsibilities; appear with and for clients at all court hearings; review, evaluate and determine legal motions, pleas and other legal action on behalf of clients; negotiate plea negotiations and other agreements with Prosecutors and Judges; assist individuals impacted by mental illness and substance abuse; order investigations and subpoenas; request social work services; study and interpret laws, court decisions and other legal authorities; transport, quickly read, analyze and comprehend numerous files, including those related to complex cases, under tight deadlines and in crowded and noisy environment; interview witnesses; prepare briefs, motions and other legal documents; represent clients at jury or court trials; keep up to date on developments in law practice and attend training; develop and maintain relationships with outside agencies. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Candidates must be admitted to the Connecticut Bar; preference for candidates with experience in criminal defense.

Starting Salary: $93,275 - $105,249 based on experience with full State benefits for outside applicants.

Application Process: Applicants must submit Employment Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Attorney Application Supplement and Attorney Reference form and a writing sample.

All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-Opportunities

Internal Applicants are required to submit an updated Attorney Application Supplement, Letter of Interest, Attorney References, Resume and writing sample.