Attorney Public Defender

Attorney Public Defender

North Dakota Commission on Legal Counsel for Indigents – Bismarck, ND.

Bismarck has a rich history dating back to 1804 when Lewis and Clark navigated the Missouri River. There is no shortage of things to do in the Capital City from eclectic dining experiences, hiking/biking trails, snow skiing, the North Dakota Heritage Center and State Museum, and Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park.

• Represent clients in judicial proceedings in a competent, effective and ethical manner.
• Provide representation for conflict cases in other jurisdictions as necessary which may require travel.
• Keep abreast of statutory and decisional law in areas of practice.
• Maintain license to practice laws and obtain required CLE credits.
• May assist with agency education and training programs and projects for public defenders and contract attorneys.
• Performs other duties as necessary and/or assigned by the Commission.

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensure as an attorney eligible to practice law in the State of North Dakota. We will consider applications from people eligible for licensure, but not currently licensed in ND.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Analytical and decision‑making ability.

• A comprehensive benefit package including fully paid family health insurance, an excellent retirement plan, annual and sick leave, and a variety of voluntary insurance options.
• Flexible work schedule.

Applicants are screened based on qualifications, successful completion of the interview process, background and criminal investigation. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect.

23‑12‑10.

Anyone needing assistance or accommodation during any part of the application or interview process please contact the Jamestown Administrative Office at 701‑845‑8632.