Assistant Public Defender

• Salary/Pay Rate:
  Starting salary is $75,000, dependent on required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training certifications, or seniority
• Posted Date: 07/03/2025 4:00 PM
• Final date to receive applications: 10/03/2025

KENDALL COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER’S OFFICE

Now Hiring Full-Time Assistant Public Defender

Job Title: Assistant Public Defender

Reports To: Kendall County Public Defender

SUMMARY:

The Kendall County Public Defender’s Office in Yorkville, Illinois, is seeking a licensed attorney for the position of Full-Time Assistant Public Defender. Applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois and be in good standing. Primary responsibilities include the representation of indigent clients in felony, misdemeanor, traffic, juvenile abuse, neglect, dependency or delinquency cases and any other duties as assigned.

Applicants should have strong research, writing and negotiation skills. Candidates should possess integrity and a desire to represent those unable to afford counsel. Candidates must be able to manage a caseload effectively and communicate with clients, opposing counsel and judges.

Starting Salary is $75,000, dependent on required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training certifications, or seniority. The employer reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant a salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training certifications or seniority. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, paid vacation and participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

For more information about the County benefits please visit kendallcountyil.gov
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To be considered, please send a cover letter, resume and references to:

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