Attorney-Public Defender

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Description:

Bismarck has a rich history dating back to 1804 when Lewis and Clark navigated the Missouri River. There is no shortage of things to do in the Capital City from eclectic dining experiences, hiking/biking trails, snow skiing, the North Dakota Heritage Center and State Museum, and Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park. This position will represent indigent clients in judicial proceedings in the South-Central Judicial District and on appeals in the North Dakota Supreme Court. This position will require travel to all counties in the South-Central Judicial District and will provide conflict services in other jurisdictions. Our agency is committed to a vertical representation structure. You will be handling cases from initial appearance through trial, allowing you to gain experience in all stages of the judicial process. The Bismarck Public Defender Office is made up of a Supervising Attorney, four staff attorneys, and two administrative assistants. This team will offer the support you need while building a meaningful career as a public defender. Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents offers rewarding work and career development opportunities including: A comprehensive benefit package including fully paid family health insurance, an excellent retirement plan, annual and sick leave, and a variety of voluntary insurance options. Flexible work schedule.

Summary of Work:

Responsibilities include: Represent clients in judicial proceedings in a competent, effective and ethical manner. Provide representation for conflict cases in other jurisdictions as necessary which may require travel. Keep abreast of statutory and decisional law in areas of practice. Maintain license to practice laws and obtain required CLE credits. May assist with agency education and training programs and projects for public defenders and contract attorneys. Performs other duties as necessary and/or assigned by the Commission.

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school Licensure as an attorney eligible to practice law in the State of North Dakota. We will consider applications from people eligible for licensure, but not currently licensed in ND. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Analytical and decision-making ability. About Team ND "Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

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The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family. Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate. Application Procedures Applicants are screened based on qualifications, successful completion of the interview process, background and criminal investigation. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Documents to be submitted:

Resume Cover Letter Three Professional References Anyone needing assistance or accommodation during any part of the application or interview process please contact the Jamestown Administrative Office at 701-845-8632. Similar Jobs Staff Attorney-State Court Administrator North Dakota Supreme Court Bismarck, ND Full Time Assistant Attorney General North Dakota Attorney General Bismarck, ND Full Time Attorney II North Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project Bismarck, ND Full Time Attorney Insurance & Securities Department North Dakota Insurance Department Bismarck, ND Full Time 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 .