A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.
Advertisement Closes 9/12/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2604640 Advocacy Attorney I Pay Grade 16 Salary $4,356.96 - $6,535.44 Monthly Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH
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INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY
| 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy Location 1079 Thornberry Drive Madisonville, KY 42431 USA 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 an entry-level staff attorney to join the criminal defense team in the Madisonville Trial Office. Kentucky DPA looks for individuals who have demonstrated a desire to help the most vulnerable in their communities. The ideal candidate exhibits exceptional planning and organizational skills, is self-directed and also comfortable working with their defense team which includes other attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers and office administrative legal staff. We seek persons who understand it is a privilege to represent our clients and we do so on behalf of the people of Kentucky. Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Represents criminal defendants in District Court cases vigorously, effectively, ethically, and with integrity. Conducts client interviews and maintains notes and records of pertinent case facts sufficient to provide proper client representation. Researches legal issues and writes clear, concise motions. Obtains knowledge of the case through discovery and investigation sufficient to provide advice to clients regarding disposition. Develops a theory of the case that is consistent with the facts and the law. Willing to try appropriate cases. Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required. Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION
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EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky OR comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule (SCR) 2.111 (limited certification of admission to practice), SCR 2.112 (attorney participants in defender or legal services programs), SCR 2.116 (supervised practice), or
SCR 2.117
(practice pending admission). Must maintain all required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employees are required to maintain all licenses, certifications, and credentials necessary to perform the duties of the position and must immediately notify the employing agency of any lapse, suspension, revocation, or restriction. Working Conditions Duties are performed primarily in an office or courtroom setting but may include visits with clients within a variety of facilities. Travel is required. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in
KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Amie Martinez at amie.martinez@ky.gov or 833-254-2468. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Apply Now Share Save Job
