Law Clerk

Overview

The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is nationally recognized as a model statewide public defender system with an exceptional training and education program. Our defense teams ensure the criminal justice process is fair, results are just, and individual liberties are protected. We are hiring a Law Clerk to assist the criminal defense team in the Boyd Trial Office.

Location:

Catlettsburg, KY; 108 28th St, Catlettsburg, KY 41129 USA. The DPA looks for individuals who have demonstrated a desire to help often the most vulnerable in their communities. The ideal candidate recently completed all coursework at an ABA accredited law school to receive a JD degree and plans to take the next available bar exam or has recently received their license to practice law.

This role emphasizes strong planning and organizational skills, self-direction, and collaboration with a defense team that includes attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers, and office administrative staff. The role is a privilege to represent our clients and to serve the people of Kentucky.

• Clerks assist attorneys representing defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing
• Interviewing clients and other duties as required

EDUCATION: Completion of twenty-four semester hours at an American Bar Association accredited law school.

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 12 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Gregory Griffith ffith or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D