Law Clerk

Overview 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 Hopkinsville Trial Office. Responsibilities Assist attorneys representing defendants by providing support such as legal research and writing. Interview clients and other duties as required. Perform duties primarily in both office and courtroom settings. Travel is required. Skills and Expectations Exceptional planning and organizational skills. Self-directed and comfortable working with defense team members, including attorneys, investigators, alternative sentencing workers and office administrative staff. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D #J-18808-Ljbffr