Assistant State Public Defender Attorney - Milwaukee Region
Position Summary
The SPD Trial Division provides legal representation at the circuit court (trial court) level. The types of cases include but are not limited to criminal, civil commitment, protective placement (personal guardianship), revocation of conditional liberty (probation, parole, or extended supervision), sexually violent offender commitment, termination of parental rights, and others as specified by state law for juveniles and adults.
What We Offer
An excellent opportunity to develop a meaningful and rewarding career with the SPD.
Absolutely comprehensive benefit and compensation package, including access to the region's best health plans, and generous paid time off starting with 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays, and ample sick leave so that you can truly have work/life balance!
Participation in one of the nation's top-rated pension plans.
If you have student loans, you may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Why Work With Us?
Fostering an inclusive, human-centered and family-friendly culture, where everyone is encouraged to bring their "whole self" to work.
Encouraging and supporting professional development through a wide variety of training opportunities.
Providing a work environment dedicated to ensuring that each and every staff member is treated with respect and dignity, recognizing each individual's contributions to the team.
Qualifications
You must submit both a letter of qualification and a resume in order to be considered. It is important that you clearly explain and elaborate on your experience and/or training in your letter of qualification and/or resume.
A minimally qualified candidate must be licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin prior to their start date.
Education and/or training in:
Providing legal representation (e.g., conducting litigation or hearings, negotiating, etc.)
Preparing and working with legal documents (e.g., preparing and reading 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.)
Experience in:
Representing criminal cases (e.g., conducting litigation or hearings, negotiating, etc.)
Preparation and working with legal documents (e.g., preparing and reading legal pleadings, motions, briefs, etc.)
Reviewing discovery
3 years criminal litigation experience
How To Apply
To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. That will prompt you to access your existing account or create a new account. You will be asked to attach a resume and a cover letter as part of the application process. It is important that these materials clearly illustrate how your qualifications relate to the qualifications of this job.
Application Materials
Your letter of qualification and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job.
If both of these documents are not submitted, you will not be eligible for consideration.
Application materials will not be accepted if received in an email, as a hard copy or a fax.
Contact Information
If you have any questions on this recruitment or how to apply; please contact Maggie Wild at wildm@opd.wi.gov.