Chief Assistant Public Defender

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Chief Assistant Public Defender

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviews charging instruments, police reports, and other discovery provided by the Prosecution. Promptly meets with clients and learns the client’s goals for the representation and any special needs of the client. Determines what further fact investigation to undertake and directs that investigation, including the identification, consultation and hiring of applicable experts as approved by the Public Defender. Determines what legal issues need development, researches those issues, and presents them in the appropriate forum. Negotiates with the Prosecution and promptly advises the client of the status of those negotiations. Litigates any legal issues that are necessary and appropriate, including bringing cases to trial. Conducts any post-trial litigation necessary such as sentencing and post-trial motions (excluding appeals). Maintains availability to other staff members for consultation and education; participates in training programs; maintains current knowledge of appropriate support functions. Participates in the performance appraisal process, assists in hiring process, new hire orientation, and enforces County and office policies and procedures in conjunction with the Public Defender.Position: Chief Assistant Public Defender Maintains accurate, complete and legible case files. Performs on-call attorney functions as assigned. Completes special projects and other duties as assigned by the Public Defender.

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Isabella County, Michigan.
200 N. Main St
Mount Pleasant
Michigan
United States 48858
Phone : 989-317-4053
Website : http://www.isabellacounty.org