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09/05/2025
Assistant Public Defender - Trumbull County
Ohio Public Defender
You will serve in the courts of Trumbull County as a trial-level attorney that provides criminal defense representation to clients who cannot otherwise afford an attorney. Note: the position does not involve trial-level representation in federal court and does not involve post-trial representation on direct appeal, state post-conviction, or federal habeas litigation. To be successful in the position, you should thrive in a close-knit team environment and be interested in trial-level work and providing client service in a fast-paced work environment. You should also be eager to work with a supervisor to learn the intricacies of the position and succeed in providing high-quality representation. Essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: Prepare cases for trial Communicate with clients Try cases as lead counsel or as co-counsel Represent clients in community control violations Conduct arraignments, pre-trial conferences, hearings, and plea negotiations Examine witnesses Present legal arguments and evidence
