Senior Assistant Public Defender - Marquette -  Under the supervision of the Chief Public Defender, the Senior Assistant Public Defender serves as attorney for indigent clients throughout Marquette County and as an advocate for indigent defense. This position is responsible for performing legal research, handling cases in Circuit Court, and providing representation for individuals on the arraignment docket. The Senior Assistant Public Defender shall advocate in the best interest for clients while providing exceptional legal representation for defendants without means to retain legal counsel who have been charged with criminal or civil violations. This position shall also serve in a mentorship role for Assistant Public Defenders. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 2/11/25

Assistant Public Defender - Shiawassee County -  Under the direction of the Shiawassee County Public Defender, handles all aspects criminal defense for indigent clients in felony and misdemeanor cases. Meet with client prior to arraignment, and represent client at arraignments. File a written appearance and for demand discovery on behalf of the client. Meet client to discuss the discovery contents and plan a strategy for handling the case.  For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 2/11/25

Staff Attorney (Criminal Practice) - Detroit - The Staff Attorney demonstrates a commitment to serving marginalized persons and communities and an enthusiasm for holistic defense. The ideal Staff Attorney is an experienced felony trial attorney who demonstrates a commitment to serving marginalized persons and communities, preferably with experience in a public defender office, in a public interest organization, or in the indigent criminal defense context. The Staff Attorney will help shape our present and future—contributing to a collaborative environment and culture of excellence in alignment with our values. At NDS Detroit, how we represent our clients is as important as individual case outcomes and our ideal Staff Attorney approaches the cultivation of a positive office culture and the representation of indigent clients with equal rigor and commitment.   For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 2/11/25

Indigent Defense Career Specialist - Battle Creek- Under the administrative supervision of the Operations Manager, the Public Defense Career Specialist serves as the primary coordinator of initiatives intended to both attract new professionals into the field of public defense and ensure employee sustainability within the workplace. The Public Defense Career Specialist will be a member of the Calhoun County Public Defender Office while also assisting other Public Defender Offices in the Western Michigan region. This position plays a critical role in supporting the office’s mission to provide quality legal representation by bringing in top talent dedicated to public service.   For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 2/11/25

Senior Attorney - Lansing - Cooley Law School seeks a full-time Staff Attorney for the Innocence Project at its Lansing campus. The Innocence Project Clinic provides hands-on learning opportunities to law and undergraduate students and free legal representation to Michigan prisoners whose innocence may be proven through post-conviction DNA testing. The Staff Attorney identifies, develops and manages cases in which DNA testing may prove factual innocence. The attorney works with parties, courts, prosecutors, and conviction integrity units. This is a three-year grant-funded position.  For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/23/25

Senior Attorney - Dearborn - The Regional Managed Assigned Counsel office is hiring a Senior Attorney to aid with attorney observation and review, attorney invoicing and other program functions as it relates to indigent defense.This position is responsible for preparing, prosecuting, and defending complex cases and providing a wide range of complex legal services to the City. Responsibilities may include case preparation; reviewing documents for legal implications; preparation of opinions on assigned legal matters; and appearing in court for assigned cases.  May supervise others.  For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/23/25

Assistant Public Defender – Level III - Kalamazoo County - Kalamazoo Defender is seeking a full-time Assistant Public Defender III to provide indigent defense for felony cases, under the supervision of the Felony Supervisor. The ideal candidate will have experience in felony litigation and be passionate about serving the indigent community and guiding less-experienced defenders. This role involves a deep commitment to the holistic defense model, zealous representation of clients, and maintaining strong communication with team members. The APD III is expected to collaborate with internal and external investigators, present well-researched legal issues in court, and stay updated on legal trends. The position requires someone with excellent communication skills, experience with litigation, the ability to manage a felony caseload, and the willingness to provide mentorship to less experienced defenders. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/23/25

Assistant Public Defender – Level II - Kalamazoo County - Kalamazoo Defender is seeking a full-time Assistant Public Defender II to provide indigent defense for both low severity felony and misdemeanor cases, under the supervision of the Felony Supervisor. The ideal candidate will have experience in both misdemeanor and felony litigation and be passionate about serving the indigent community. This role involves a deep commitment to the holistic defense model, zealous representation of clients, and maintaining strong communication with team members. The APD II is expected to collaborate with internal and external investigators, present well-researched legal issues in court, and stay updated on legal trends. The position requires someone with excellent communication skills, experience with litigation, the ability to manage a mixed misdemeanor and felony caseload, and the willingness to collaborate with more experienced defenders. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/23/25

Assistant Public Defender – Level I - Kalamazoo County - Kalamazoo Defender is seeking a full-time Assistant Public Defender I to provide indigent defense, focusing on misdemeanor cases, under the supervision of the Misdemeanor Supervisor. The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctorate with a license to practice in the State of Michigan in good standing and be passionate about serving the indigent community. This role involves a deep commitment to the holistic defense model, zealous representation of clients, and maintaining strong communication with team members. The APD I is expected to collaborate with internal and external investigators, present well-researched legal issues in court, and stay updated on legal trends. The position requires someone with excellent communication skills, the ability to manage a misdemeanor caseload, a strong desire to develop litigation skills, and the willingness to collaborate with more experienced defenders. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/23/25

Assistant Public Defender – Level I – First Year - Kalamazoo County - Kalamazoo Defender is seeking a dedicated First Year Attorney to provide indigent defense services within Kalamazoo County Courts. The attorney will manage a misdemeanor caseload under the supervision of the Misdemeanor Supervisor. Responsibilities include covering arraignment shifts, meeting with clients, negotiating with prosecutors, and litigating cases as necessary. The attorney will participate in training, maintain detailed case notes, and adhere to MIDC Standards of Compliance. Embracing a holistic, client-centered approach, the attorney will demonstrate a commitment to indigent defense while receiving mentorship from more senior attorneys and contributing to the overall success of the defense team. Candidates are expected to prepare for and take the bar exam at the next available opportunity if not already admitted. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/23/25

Assistant Public Defender - Battle Creek - Under the general direction of the Public Defender, provides indigent defense attorney services for Calhoun County. Provides indigent defense services through an active caseload. Meets with client(s), reviews charging documents, police reports, and other discovery or evidence provided by the Prosecution and makes recommendations for defense. Researches and prepares criminal cases for trial, motion, sentencing, and other proceedings, including research of applicable law, interviewing witnesses, investigating claims, and developing trail strategies. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/14/25

Indigent Defense Coordinator - Battle Creek -  Assign cases to Roster attorneys. Manage Roster Billing/Invoicing. The Indigent Defense Coordinator oversees all aspects of the Public Defender Office contract attorney program.  In addition, the position is responsible for all in-office staff attorney case assignments, data collection, and compliance with Michigan Indigent Defense Commission standards and requirements. This role ensures that cases are distributed equitably among attorneys based on workload, expertise, and case complexity. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/14/25

Assistant Public Defender - Muskegon - The Assistant Public Defender (APD) is a trial lawyer position that supports the appointed chief public defender, playing a crucial role in countering state prosecutions. The APD practices in various forums, including county, municipal, and township courts, offering quality legal representation to defendants unable to afford legal counsel for criminal or civil violations. Additionally, the APD may be assigned to juvenile delinquency and neglect and abuse (NA) cases, serving as a Guardian ad litem (GAL). The position also provides operational/administrative assistance to the department head for recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating a large volunteer workforce of qualified student interns. While initially under supervision, the lawyer progressively gains independence with experience. As an APD progresses in the department, in addition to the tasks described above, the APD may be assigned to take on administrative duties, train and/or supervise subordinates, take leadership positions, and take on more difficult and/or higher jeopardy cases. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 1/14/25