Assistant Federal Public Defender -Western District

Overview

The Federal Public Defender’s Office for the Western District of New York is accepting applications for the position of one full time Assistant Federal Public Defender. This is an in-person position in the Buffalo, NY office. The Federal Public Defender operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. 3006A.

The Federal Public Defender’s Office is a law office that provides legal representation to persons charged with committing federal crimes who cannot afford to hire an attorney. We represent the accused from arrest through trial and appeal, including the U.S. Supreme Court. We work together to uphold every person’s right to be presumed innocent and to a fair sentence if convicted.

Our defense is vigorous, both at trial and on appeal. We advocate for fair and just treatment for our clients by demonstrating their humanity.

• An Assistant Federal Public Defender provides zealous, professional legal representation to indigent persons charged with criminal offenses in the United States District Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit. Responsibilities include managing an extensive caseload with cases at varying stages of litigation; preparing pleadings, briefs, and motions; representing clients in trial, hearings and at other related proceedings;
  
  reviewing various documents; developing litigation strategies; meeting with clients, experts, witnesses, family members, and others.