The Federal Public Defender supervises a staff of approximately 20 people, including trial lawyers, investigators, paralegals, information technology specialists, and administrative support personnel. The term of appointment is four years. In accordance with the Criminal Justice Act Plan for the Western District of Michigan, the Federal Public Defender will provide federal criminal defense services to individuals unable to afford counsel.
Education: Juris Doctorate
Applicants must be a U. S. citizen or be eligible to work in the United States and receive compensation. The selected nominee will be required to satisfy FBI and IRS background investigations prior to appointment, including fingerprinting and appropriate financial disclosure regulations. While serving in the position, the Federal Public Defender may not engage in the private practice of law.
Application forms and further information may be obtained from the Office of the Circuit Executive or by accessing the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit website at www.ca6.uscourts.gov. Persons interested in applying for this position should send their application to: Office of the Circuit Executive, 503 Potter Stewart United States Courthouse, 100 East Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202. Applications must be received by November 17, 2023. Candidates whose applications are not received by the closing date will not be considered.