Chief Attorney & Lead Defender — Public Defense Leader
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Metropolitan Public Defenders (MPD) invites applications for a Chief Attorney in its Multnomah County Office. This management role represents MPD in policy and operation discussions with criminal justice system stakeholders and oversees a team of 8–12 attorneys with caseloads. The Chief Attorney mentors and trains staff, handles a misdemeanor or felony caseload of 0.25–0.75, and reports to the Multnomah County Director. This is a full-time, in-office exempt position with competitive benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr NACBA
$130.15k - $174.18k
Metropolitan Public Defenders seeks a Chief Attorney for its Multnomah County Office to lead policy and operations with criminal justice stakeholders. The role manages a team of 8-12 attorneys and mentors staff on caseloading, staffing, and trial observations, reporting...SuggestedFull timeWork at office$130.15k - $174.18k
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