Job Description

• Meet and discuss case with client
• Do legal research
• Present evidence and arguments to the parties and court
• Prepares complex court documents for filing
• Work with others in office with common clients\
• Work with county attorney’s office for resolution of cases and issues
• Prepare case for trial and upcoming hearings
• Other job requirements as is deemed necessary
• Full time employment of at least 40 hours a week – more hours may be required based upon case requirements

Experience and Skill Requirements

• Attention to detail
• Focused attitude to get tasks completed in timely manner
• Professional appearance and attitude
• Computer and online literacy, specifically Word and Excel for Windows and Google Chrome
• Good judgment and decision-making
• Able to work under and handle pressure
• Highly self-motivated and able to work on own with limited direction and interaction
• Ability to work on repetitive tasks on daily basis and stay motivated
• Spanish language skills preferred but are not required
• Must be licensed to practice law in Nebraska or be preparing to take the bar exam in 2021

Compensation
Full time yearly pay between $48,000 to $51,000 per year based upon experience with benefits of vacation / sick days / health insurance

Additional Information
This office is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made as necessary for qualified applications. This is a government job for the purpose of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Location
Madison, Nebraska

Application Process
Please mail cover letter and resume to:
Madison County Public Defender
PO Box 534
Madison, NE 68748
Or email the same to: publicdefender@madisoncountyne.com
Applications accepted until position is filled