Law Clerk

Job Summary The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is nationally recognized as a model statewide public defendersystem with an exceptional training and education program. Our defense teams ensure the criminal justiceprocess is fair, results are just, and individual liberties are protected. We are hiring a Law Clerk to assist the criminal defense team in the Hopkinsville Trial Office. Responsibilities Clerks assist attorneys representing defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing. Interviewing clients and other duties as required. Duties are performed primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required. Skills and Expectations Exceptional planning and organizational skills. 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 n behalf of the people of Kentucky. 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. Location 1100 South Main Street, Suite 22, Hopkinsville, KY 42240 USA Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Salary $3,496.04 - $5,244.04 Monthly Equal Opportunity Employment An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D #J-18808-Ljbffr