PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Passionate and zealous representation of clients charged with criminal and traffic matters at every stage of the criminal process including but not limited to: bail review proceedings, bench trials in District Court, appeals of misdemeanor matters to Circuit Court, jury demands to Circuit Court, violation of probation hearings, and modification of sentence hearings.
• Ability to competently and resourcefully prepare for and manage an active caseload.
• Effectively and compassionately communicate with clients, colleagues, and service providers to ensure optimal outcomes for clients.
• Continuously seek professional and personal development through trainings, continuing legal education, and trial skills courses.
• Ensure clients are consistently heard and respected.
CORE COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
• Demonstrated commitment to serving communities who have been pushed to the margins.
• Clear dedication to upending systemic racism, prejudice, and unfairness in the criminal justice system.
• Compassion.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people with different backgrounds and lived experiences.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, diverse, team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional organizational, legal, and administrative skills necessary to handle a high caseload.
• Some criminal trial experience or exposure is preferred.
• Active membership in good standing in the Maryland Bar or Bar of another state. OPD will consider candidates who sat for the Feb 2022 bar examination. If selected, offers will be extended contingent on membership to the bar in advance of the start date. Preference in the selection process will be given to candidates that are already a member of the bar. Attorneys barred in another state must become a member of the Maryland Bar within 18 months of the start date
If you wish to be considered for this position please click here to fill out the application and please submit the following items in one email to [email protected]: (1) current resume, (2) cover letter addressing the above qualifications, and (3) a list of references. In the subject line of the email please indicate “APD, Frederick & Washington County.” Incomplete applications will not be considered.
CLOSING DATE: JUNE 19, 2022