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Closing Date:

5th October, 2026

Description:

Description 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. Kentucky DPA looks for individuals who have demonstrated a desire to help 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 individual exhibits exceptional planning and organizational skills, is self-directed and comfortable working with their defense team which includes attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers and office administrative staff. We seek to hire persons who understand it is a privilege to represent our clients and we do so on behalf of the people of Kentucky. Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Clerks assist attorneys representing defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing. Interviews clients. Performs other duties as assigned. Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required.

Minimum Requirements:

Education :

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

Experience, Training, or Skills :

None Substitute Education for

Experience :

None Substitute Experience for

Education :

None Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, Etc.) : None Working Conditions Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required. Probationary Period 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 Steve Florian at stephen.florian@ky.gov or 833-385-6050. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D About Us Attorney Jobs in USA heartily welcomes you. We provide attorney jobs, in house counsel jobs and law student jobs around the USA from leading resources. We are always welcome your feedback to improve our performance. Please feel free to contact us with your suggestions or concern using Contact Us form. Company About Us Daily Jobs FAQ Terms & Conditions Contact Us Job Search by locations Attorney Jobs in New York Attorney Jobs in Washington Attorney Jobs in San Francisco Attorney Jobs in Los Angeles Attorney Jobs in Chicago Trending job titles Counsel Jobs Employment Associate Jobs Staff Attorney Jobs Prosecutor Jobs Patent Attorney Jobs Copyrights © 2026 All Rights Reserved by Attorney Jobs in USA .