Below are a list of positions and a short description as provided by the entity hiring. CDAM is not hiring these positions, simply making information available. All positions will be removed after 60 days. Send job postings to rsain@cdamonline.org or fill in our form. 

Voucher review Attorney - Detroit or Lansing  -  The Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System (MAACS), the Private Counsel Division of the State Appellate Defender Office (SADO), is hiring a criminal appellate attorney, with experience in private billing and/or managing a private law practice, to review and audit vouchers of MAACS roster attorneys, private counsel assigned to represent people appealing criminal convictions.  Compensation ranges from $94,335 to $149,208 depending on experience. Our office follows a hybrid workplace model that mixes in-office and remote work to offer flexibility and support to staff. This position is for the Detroit or Lansing office.  For a complete job description, please click here.  first emailed 4/8/26 

Public Defender IV - Jackson County  -  Jackson County is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Public Defender IV, providing high-quality legal representation to indigent clients. This position handles complex felony cases and serves as lead trial counsel, ensuring compliance with constitutional standards and Michigan Indigent Defense Commission requirements.

Qualified candidates must have a Juris Doctor, be licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan, and possess at least five years of criminal law experience. Applicants should have significant trial experience, including serving as lead counsel in felony jury trials, and the ability to independently manage serious cases. For a complete job description, please click here.  first emailed 4/8/26 

Public Defender III - Jackson County  -  Jackson County is seeking an experienced attorney for the Public Defender III position within the Public Defender’s Office. This role involves handling more complex and serious criminal cases, providing high-quality legal representation to indigent clients, and taking a lead role in trial strategy and courtroom advocacy.

Qualified candidates must possess a Juris Doctor degree, be licensed to practice law in Michigan, and have significant criminal defense experience, including substantial jury trial work and the ability to independently manage complex felony cases.  For a complete job description, please click here.  first emailed 4/8/26 

Public Defender II - Jackson County  -  Jackson County is seeking qualified candidates for a Public Defender II position in the Public Defender’s Office. This full-time role focuses on representing indigent clients in criminal cases and ensuring constitutional standards of defense are upheld.

Candidates should hold a Juris Doctor degree, be licensed to practice law in Michigan, and have prior criminal law experience—ideally including serving as co-counsel or second chair in a trial. For a complete job description, please click here.  first emailed 4/8/26 

Associate Public Defender I - Benzie County -  Under the direction and supervision of the Chief Public Defender, serves as the attorney of record indigent defendants in criminal cases ensuring that Manistee and Benzie Counties meet all constitutional and legislative requirements as they pertain to the representation of indigent adult offenders. The Associate Public Defender will maintain full compliance with standards set forth by the MIDC/LARA. 

The Associate Public Defender may participate only in assigned legal work from the Manistee/Benzie Regional Public Defender’s Office for compensation during their employment, with the exception of cases obtained prior to employment with the office. Permission by the Chief Public Defender is required to continue with prior representations. For a complete job description, please click here.  first emailed 4/8/26 

Assistant Public Defender – Ionia County -  Join Ionia County as an Assistant Public Defender! This full-time role offers hands-on courtroom experience representing indigent clients, handling criminal cases, and advocating for justice. Competitive salary, strong benefits, and growth opportunities in a collaborative rural office serving a diverse community. Ideal for attorneys passionate about public service and trial work. Represent indigent defendants charged with felonies and misdemeanors. For a complete job description, please click here.  first emailed 4/1/26 

Associate Attorney– East Lansing -  Established East Lansing litigation firm is seeking full-time attorneys to join our growing practice. Areas of practice include criminal defense and family law. We are looking for motivated, confident advocates with excellent written and oral communication skills and a strong work ethic. Prior courtroom and trial experience is a plus. The ability to independently manage cases and appear in court is essential. For a complete job description, please click here.  first emailed 4/1/26 

Assistant Public Defender Junior Associate– Genesee County - Performs indigent criminal defense for adult criminal cases and a wide variety of legal tasks in the criminal divisions of circuit and district court which includes legal research and representation of clients at all critical stages in accordance with court rules; under the supervision of Chief Public Defender or other licensed attorney. For a complete job description, please click here.  first emailed 3/25/26