Description

The Assistant Federal Public Defender will zealously represent clients charged with federal criminal offenses and clients involved in other matters covered under the Criminal Justice Act. The position requires travel for investigation, litigation, and training, and may involve foreign travel.

Requirements

An Assistant Federal Public Defender must be: (1) a graduate of an accredited law school; (2) licensed by the highest court of a state, federal territory, or the District of Columbia; (3) a member in good standing in all courts where admitted to practice; (4) admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York by commencement of employment. Applicants must possess a minimum of three years federal criminal experience, or similar litigation experience. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation, including an FBI name and fingerprint check and an IRS tax check. Applicants must be a United States citizen or authorized to work in the United States and possess a valid driver’s license.