Federal Public Defender
Federal Public Defender
Eastern District of Arkansas
Little Rock, Arkansas
The Federal Public Defender is accepting applications for an Assistant Federal Public Defender in the Trial Unit. This is a full -time position located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The Trial Unit represents indigent persons charged with criminal offenses in the United States District Court and provides appellate representation in the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Applicants must have substantial criminal litigation experience, as well as excellent oral advocacy and solid legal research and writing skills. A working knowledge of the Federal Sentencing Guidelines is preferred.
The selected applicant should expect to defend the full range of federal criminal offenses, including guns, drugs, child pornography, white collar, and immigration crimes. Travel is required for case work and training.
Qualifications:
Applicants must be members in good standing of a state bar.
Salary is commensurate with experience and education.
The Federal Public Defender is an equal opportunity employer.