The Federal Public Defender is accepting applications for an assistant federal public defender to be stationed in Tucson. More than one position may be filled from this announcement. The federal defender organization operates under authority of the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. § 306A, to provide defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters by appointment from the court. The organization has staffed offices in Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma, and Flagstaff.

Duties

The assistant federal public defender will represent clients charged with federal criminal offenses and clients involved in other matters covered under the Criminal Justice Act. The position requires travel for investigation, litigation, and training. Federal public defender attorneys may not engage in the private practice of law.

Requirements

Qualifications

An assistant federal public defender must be: (1) a graduate of an accredited law school; (2) admitted to practice in good standing before the highest court of a state; and (3) licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court by the time of entrance on duty. Applicants must have at least one to two years' experience in trial work or other related work, and a commitment to criminal defense. Five years of experience is preferred. Spanish language fluency is required for this position. Applicants selected for interview will be tested for Spanish fluency. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation including an FBI name and fingerprint check and an IRS tax check.

Education

A graduate of an accredited law school; (2) admitted to practice in good standing before the highest court of a state; and (3) licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court by the time of entrance on duty.

Contacts

• Address Federal Public Defender, District of Arizona 850 W Adams St # 201 Phoenix, AZ 85007 US
• Name: Personnel Administrator
• Email: [email protected]