Position: Attorney
Overview:
As the leader of the defense team, attorneys provide zealous representation and advocacy for clients. They participate in training programs and maintain current knowledge of law, trial tactics and court proceedings. This is an exempt level position, represented by the bargaining unit.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide effective legal services, within the bounds of law and ethics
- Initiate and lead defense team meetings for case review and discussion
- Use case management software to communicate case related information within the office
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Juris Doctor Degree required
- Current membership in good standing in the Oregon State Bar
- Current knowledge of the law, tactics and court proceedings
- Ability to communicate effectively with people of widely divergent backgrounds
Attorney Annual Wage Scale:
A - 43,747.08
B - 45,529.38
C - 48,202.44
D - 51,123.80
E - 53,285.44
F - 55,549.52
G - 57,930.60
H - 60,413.60
I - 63,028.16
J - 65,774.54
K - 68,076.65
Bi-weekly pay periods - A total of 26 paychecks per year.
The following items are required in order to process your application
1. An online application.
2. A cover letter introducing yourself.
3. An expanded resume to include education, bar memberships or anticipated bar memberships, and publications.
4. Samples of your legal writing, preferably in the area of criminal law.
5. A copy of your most current law school transcript (which need not be certified) with an explanation of your school's grading system.
6. Three references from employers, law professors, or members of the community. These letters should be sent directly to this office by the persons writing them and should be marked to the attention of the Human Resources manager.