Massachusetts
Trial Attorney - Public Defender Division 2025 Statewide Offices
Massachusetts, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH THE CPCS iCIMS WEBSITE. IF YOU APPLY THROUGH MASS CAREERS AND DO NOT COMPLETE THE CPCS iCIMS APPLICATION, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO APPLY (CUT AND PASTE INTO YOUR BROWSER IF THE EMBEDDED LINK DOES NOT WORK):https://careers-publiccounsel.icims.com/jobs/2693/2025-public-defender-division-trial-attorney---statewide-positions/jobThe Public Defender Division of CPCS is seeking Trial Attorneys to provide criminal defense representation in various offices throughout the Commonwealth.
The Public Defender Division provides legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients who are charged with criminal offenses in both the District and Superior Courts. Public Defenders begin their work by representing clients who are charged with criminal offenses within the final jurisdiction of the District Court, including misdemeanors and felonies, see G.L. c.218, § 26, and some serious sexual offenses, and occasionally handle initial commitment proceedings under G.L. c.123, §§ 12(e), 35.We fight for equal justice and human dignity by supporting our clients in achieving their legal and life goals. We zealously advocate for the rights of individuals and promote just public policy to protect the rights of all.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Public Defender Division provides legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients who are charged with criminal offenses in both the District and Superior Courts. Public Defenders begin their work by representing clients who are charged with criminal offenses within the final jurisdiction of the District Court, including misdemeanors and felonies. After gaining experience on cases within the final jurisdiction of the District Court, it is expected that Public Defenders will represent clients in the Superior Courts and occasionally represent clients on interlocutory appeals, civil commitments, and certain collateral matters as permitted by a supervisor.RESPONSIBILITIESInterviewing clients;Arraignment and bail advocacy;Legal research and writing;Pretrial investigation including visiting crime scenes, locating and interviewing witnesses, collecting and reviewing documentary evidence;Preparing and arguing pretrial motions, affidavits and legal memoranda;Dispositional investigations and advocacy;Jury and bench trials of criminal cases;Representation of clients in interlocutory proceedings;Where appropriate, working collaboratively with private attorneys on cases assigned through the Private Counsel Division of CPCS;Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSA Trial Attorney must be committed to serving a culturally diverse, low-income population and must be eligible to practice law in Massachusetts, either as a member of the Massachusetts bar, as a law school graduate under Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:03, or as an attorney licensed in another jurisdiction who is covered by Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:04.Access to an automobile in order to travel to courts, clients, and investigation locations that are not easily accessible by public transportation;Access to a personal computer with home internet access sufficient to work remotely.QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLSA demonstrated commitment to the principle of zealous advocacy in the representation of indigent persons in criminal cases;Strong interpersonal and analytical skills;Ability to work in a community and defense-oriented capacity, both independently and collaboratively.EEO StatementThe Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other applicable federal and state statutes and organizational policies.
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The Public Defender Division provides legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients who are charged with criminal offenses in both the District and Superior Courts. Public Defenders begin their work by representing clients who are charged with criminal offenses within the final jurisdiction of the District Court, including misdemeanors and felonies, see G.L. c.218, § 26, and some serious sexual offenses, and occasionally handle initial commitment proceedings under G.L. c.123, §§ 12(e), 35.We fight for equal justice and human dignity by supporting our clients in achieving their legal and life goals. We zealously advocate for the rights of individuals and promote just public policy to protect the rights of all.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Public Defender Division provides legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients who are charged with criminal offenses in both the District and Superior Courts. Public Defenders begin their work by representing clients who are charged with criminal offenses within the final jurisdiction of the District Court, including misdemeanors and felonies. After gaining experience on cases within the final jurisdiction of the District Court, it is expected that Public Defenders will represent clients in the Superior Courts and occasionally represent clients on interlocutory appeals, civil commitments, and certain collateral matters as permitted by a supervisor.RESPONSIBILITIESInterviewing clients;Arraignment and bail advocacy;Legal research and writing;Pretrial investigation including visiting crime scenes, locating and interviewing witnesses, collecting and reviewing documentary evidence;Preparing and arguing pretrial motions, affidavits and legal memoranda;Dispositional investigations and advocacy;Jury and bench trials of criminal cases;Representation of clients in interlocutory proceedings;Where appropriate, working collaboratively with private attorneys on cases assigned through the Private Counsel Division of CPCS;Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTSA Trial Attorney must be committed to serving a culturally diverse, low-income population and must be eligible to practice law in Massachusetts, either as a member of the Massachusetts bar, as a law school graduate under Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:03, or as an attorney licensed in another jurisdiction who is covered by Supreme Judicial Court Rule 3:04.Access to an automobile in order to travel to courts, clients, and investigation locations that are not easily accessible by public transportation;Access to a personal computer with home internet access sufficient to work remotely.QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLSA demonstrated commitment to the principle of zealous advocacy in the representation of indigent persons in criminal cases;Strong interpersonal and analytical skills;Ability to work in a community and defense-oriented capacity, both independently and collaboratively.EEO StatementThe Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation as required by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other applicable federal and state statutes and organizational policies.
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