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About the Role
About You
- At least one year of legal experience practicing criminal law as a licensed attorney.
- Current active membership in the State Bar of California.
- Impeccable research and writing abilities.
- Knowledge of post-conviction relief, including writs and appeals.
- Demonstrable excellence in public speaking.
- Experience in and/or with a Public Defender's office.
- Completion of any California Public Defender’s Association training seminars.
Benefits
- Starting salary negotiable up to $86.81/hour.
- County contribution toward medical coverage for eligible extra-help employees.
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