Deputy Public Defender I - Project

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As attorneys gain sufficient experience and meet or exceed performance standards, they are eligible for promotion to subsequent levels in the series, up to level IV. If you are interested in being considered for the Deputy Public Defender II - Project level of this opportunity, you must apply to the separate, concurrent recruitment being conducted for that level. Note: This position is currently funded by the Expanded Public Defense Services Grant from the Office of the State Public Defender through June 30, 2028. The grant funds the creation and operation of the Early Representation Unit (ERU), which provides timely, holistic legal representation within 24 hours of booking for individuals experiencing mental illness, substance use disorders, or housing instability, including rapid legal intervention; coordination with behavioral health, housing, and community-based providers; quarterly advisory committee participation; and data reporting on program effectiveness. At This Level Of The Position, You Will Perform Legal Work Of Less Complexity Than Higher Levels, Involving The Investigation, Preparation, And Presentation Of Criminal And Civil Cases Before The Courts. Under The Guidance Of More Experienced Attorneys, You Will Work Directly With Clients And Interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of cases, opinions, and briefsPrepare pleadings and other legal documents in connection with trials, hearings, and other legal proceedingsConduct general legal researchInterview and advise clients As the ideal candidate, you will have a substantial interest in criminal defense work and possess many of the following: Experience working as a law clerk or other professional legal positionExcellent research and writing abilitiesKnowledge of post-conviction reliefDemonstrable excellence in public speakingExperience in and/or with a Public Defender's officeCompletion of any California Public Defender’s Association training seminars is desired, but not required T he Public Defender's Office The Sonoma County Public Defender's Office is committed to providing excellent legal representation and zealous advocacy for individuals who are financially unable to retain counsel and who are entitled to court appointed counsel under the United States and California Constitutions or by statute. The Office represents persons charged with misdemeanor and felony criminal offenses. Additionally, the Office provides representation in juvenile delinquency proceedings, mental health proceedings, conservatorships, contempt matters, and probate and welfare proceedings where the law provides for appointed counsel." We might split some of that into responsibilities etc. But we need to avoid duplication. Let's allocate: About the role: general description, mission, funding, ERU, level description. Responsibilities: list of duties (investigation, preparation, presentation, interpret laws, prepare pleadings, legal research, interview/advise clients). Requirements: minimum qualifications (Bar membership, driver's license optional). Qualifications: desired qualifications (bilingual, law clerk experience, research/writing, post-conviction relief knowledge, public speaking, PD office experience, CPDA training, interest in criminal defense). 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          About the role

          Advance your legal career and bring your passion for public service to the Public Defender's Office! Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are highly desired but not required. This Deputy Public Defender I‑Project position can be filled at the I or II level, depending on qualifications. It is an entry‑level role where incumbents work under close supervision of a higher‑level deputy on initial assignments, then after orientation and training handle cases requiring greater skill and less supervision. Successful performance can lead to promotion up to level IV. The position is funded by the Expanded Public Defense Services Grant from the Office of the State Public Defender through June 30 2028, supporting the Early Representation Unit (ERU) that provides holistic legal representation within 24 hours of booking for individuals with mental illness, substance use disorders, or housing instability, including rapid legal intervention, coordination with behavioral health, housing, and community‑based providers, quarterly advisory committee participation, and data reporting on program effectiveness. The Sonoma County Public Defender's Office provides excellent legal representation and zealous advocacy for those unable to retain counsel, representing persons charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses, as well as juvenile delinquency, mental health, conservatorships, contempt, and probate/welfare proceedings where appointed counsel is required.

          Responsibilities

          • Perform legal work of less complexity than higher levels, involving the investigation, preparation, and presentation of criminal and civil cases before the courts.
          • Work directly with clients under the guidance of more experienced attorneys.
          • Interpret and apply laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities for use in the preparation of cases, opinions, and briefs.
          • Prepare pleadings and other legal documents in connection with trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
          • Conduct general legal research.
          • Interview and advise clients.

          Requirements

          • Current active membership in the State Bar of California (professional license).
          • Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level, including special endorsements, may be required depending on assignment; however, this specific announcement does not require a California driver’s license.
          • No prior experience is required.

          Qualifications

          • Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills are highly desired but not required.
          • Experience working as a law clerk or in another professional legal position.
          • Excellent research and writing abilities.
          • Knowledge of post‑conviction relief.
          • Demonstrable excellence in public speaking.