Voucher Review Attorney - Detroit or Lansing  - The Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System (MAACS) is hiring a voucher review attorney. The voucher review attorney will be assisting the MAACS Accountant with the review and processing of MAACS vouchers prior to submission for payment. Applicant should have experience in criminal appellate law, preferably a former or current MAACS roster attorney. Applicant should have a background of either billing for legal services rendered or managing a private law office. Similar public sector work will be considered. A limited appellate caseload may be available, depending on the applicant.  For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 10/24/24

Assistant Public Defender I - Ottawa County - Assistant Public Defender I provides high quality legal representation to indigent clients, primarily in District Court on misdemeanors and assists with providing Counsel at First Appearance (CAFA) at arraignment for any citizen appearing before the Court for the first time. Click here to get all the details.  For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 10/24/24

2025 Holistic Defense Law Fellow - Multiple Cities in Michigan - The Michigan Holistic Defense Fellowship seeks current law student applicants for the 2025 Summer Fellowship, which was created to expose law students to the practice of holistic defense in Michigan through paid, fulltime fellowship opportunities at six public defender offices across the state. Fellows can expect significant and hands-on exposure to the criminal legal process with mentorship opportunities from exceptional criminal defense attorneys. Additional information can be found at the provided link. Participating fellowship sites include the Offices of the Public Defender in Allegan, Calhoun, Genesee, Macomb, Marquette, and Wexford Missaukee Counties. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 10/17/24

Assistant Public Defender III - Kalamazoo Defender - Under the supervision of the Chief Assistant Public Defender, this position is responsible for performing a wide assortment of criminal defense work in District and Circuit Courts while functioning with broad latitude in defending assigned cases. This classification is typically assigned to ongoing caseload requiring the highest level of acumen and experience. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 10/10/24

Mitigation Specialist - Kalamazoo Defender - The Mitigation Specialist supports Kalamazoo Defender’s holistic defense model by working with both attorney and non-attorney staff to analyze, develop, and present mitigation evidence on behalf of clients. The ideal candidate for this role will hold a master’s degree in social work, criminal justice, or another related field and have experience in mitigation work. They will be self-motivated and open-minded, with a strong awareness of the challenges faced by justice-involved individuals. The successful candidate will seek out and critically analyze information and succinctly present findings to strengthen our defense efforts. Responsibilities include gathering and summarizing social history records by conducting interviews, building and maintaining relationships with relevant parties, and identifying and consulting with subject matter experts. The Mitigation Specialist will compile and analyze this data from multiple clients in order to identify themes and develop strategies for sentence mitigation. In addition, to preparing mitigation reports, the Mitigation Specialist will need to be prepared to testify in court proceedings. This position will report directly to the Chief Client Navigator. For all the details and to apply please visit this website.  first emailed 10/10/24

Assistant Public Defender 1 / Assistant Public Defender II/ Assistant Public Defender Ill - Kent County - The Kent County Office of the Public Defender is seeking to hire Assistant Public Defenders who exhibit an extraordinary commitment to the passionate and dignified representation of indigent defendants charged with felonies and misdemeanors who cannot afford to hire an attorney. Individuals in these positions evaluate evidence, interview necessary parties, research and write any necessary court filings, and present case materials in court. Work is performed under general supervision in this team-oriented office.  For all the details and to apply please visit   Click here to get all the details.  first emailed 10/2/24

Assistant Public Defender – Level IV: Capital Trial Attorney - Kalamazoo Defender - Kalamazoo Defender is seeking a full-time Assistant Public Defender IV to provide indigent defense, focusing on capital felony cases, under the supervision of the Chief Public Defender. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in felony litigation and be passionate about serving the indigent community and guiding less-experienced defenders. This role involves a deep commitment to the holistic defense model, zealous representation of clients, and maintaining strong communication with team members. The APD IV is expected to collaborate with internal and external investigators, present well-researched legal issues in court, and stay updated on legal trends. The position requires someone with excellent litigation and communication skills, the ability to manage a capital felony caseload, and the willingness to provide mentorship to less experienced defenders.  Click here to get all the details.  first emailed 10/2/24

Assistant Public Defender – Level III - Kalamazoo Defender - Kalamazoo Defender is seeking a full-time Assistant Public Defender III to provide indigent defense for felony cases, under the supervision of the Felony Supervisor. The ideal candidate will have experience in felony litigation and be passionate about serving the indigent community and guiding less-experienced defenders. This role involves a deep commitment to the holistic defense model, zealous representation of clients, and maintaining strong communication with team members. The APD III is expected to collaborate with internal and external investigators, present well-researched legal issues in court, and stay updated on legal trends. The position requires someone with excellent communication skills, experience with litigation, the ability to manage a felony caseload, and the willingness to provide mentorship to less experienced defenders.  Click here to get all the details.  first emailed 10/2/24

Assistant Public Defender – Level II - Kalamazoo Defender - Kalamazoo Defender is seeking a full-time Assistant Public Defender II to provide indigent defense for both low severity felony and misdemeanor cases, under the supervision of the Felony Supervisor. The ideal candidate will have experience in both misdemeanor and felony litigation and be passionate about serving the indigent community. This role involves a deep commitment to the holistic defense model, zealous representation of clients, and maintaining strong communication with team members. The APD II is expected to collaborate with internal and external investigators, present well-researched legal issues in court, and stay updated on legal trends. The position requires someone with excellent communication skills, experience with litigation, the ability to manage a mixed misdemeanor and felony caseload, and the willingness to collaborate with more experienced defenders.  Click here to get all the details.  first emailed 10/2/24