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DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER MIDDLETOWN JUVENILE MATTERSApplications are being accepted for a Deputy Assistant Public Defender for Middletown Juvenile. This position is accountable for zealously representing children and carrying a caseload in both Juvenile Delinquency and Child Protection.Qualifications:Candidates should have experience in delinquency defense, criminal defense, and/or child protection and be currently admitted to the Connecticut Bar.Applicants who took the July Bar are eligible for consideration although appointment to the position is contingent upon admission to the Connecticut Bar.Starting Salary:$93,275.00 - $105,249.00 based on experience with full State benefits.Application Process: Applicants must submit Employment Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Attorney Application Supplement and Attorney Reference form.All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-OpportunitiesInternal Applicants are required to submit an updated Attorney ApplicationSupplement, Letter of Interest, Attorney References and Resume.PACKAGE and emailed to: Renee.Cimino@pds.ct.gov and OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov no later than SEPTEMBER 29, 2025. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERDPDS is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.Job Type: Full-timePay: $93,275.00 - $105,249.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>People with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In person

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - Middletown Juvenile Matters

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDERMILFORD &ndash; GA #22Applications are being accepted for a Deputy Assistant Public Defender located at GA #22 &ndash; Milford. This position provides legal representation to indigent persons accused of crimes as required by the constitutions of both the United States and the State of Connecticut. Daily tasks may include meeting with clients in lock-up, providing legal representation at arraignment, negotiating plea agreements, attending jail visit with incarcerated clients, and working collaboratively with support staff such as social workers and investigators.Duties and Responsibilities:Defend indigent clients; advise clients of rights and responsibilities; appear with and for clients at all court hearings; review, evaluate and determine legal motions, pleas and other legal action on behalf of clients; negotiate plea negotiations and other agreements with Prosecutors and Judges;assist individuals impacted by mental illness and substance abuse; order investigations and subpoenas; request social work services; study and interpret laws, court decisions and other legal authorities; transport, quickly read, analyze and comprehend numerous files, including those related to complex cases, under tight deadlines and in crowded and noisy environment; interview witnesses; prepare briefs, motions and other legal documents; represent clients at jury or court trials; keep up to date on developments in law practice and attend training; develop and maintain relationships with outside agencies. Perform other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:Candidates must be admitted to the Connecticut Bar; preference for candidates with experience in criminal defense. Applicants who took the July Bar Exam and are waiting for results are eligible to apply; appointment to the position is contingent upon admission to the Connecticut Bar.Starting Salary:$93,275 - $105,249 based on experience with full State benefits for outside applicants.Application Process: Applicants must submit Employment Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Attorney Application Supplement and Attorney Reference form and a writing sample.All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-OpportunitiesInternal Applicants are required to submit an updated Attorney ApplicationSupplement, Letter of Interest, Attorney References, Resume and writing sample.ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ONE DOCUMENTPACKAGE and emailed OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov and claud.chong@pds.ct.gov no later than September 25, 2025.Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERDPDS is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.Job Type: Full-timePay: $93,275.00 - $105,249.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>People with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In person

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - Milford GA #22

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER CHILD PROTECTION PARENT DEFENSEApplications are being accepted for a Deputy Assistant Public Defender for the Child Protection (CP) Parent Defense team reporting to the Director of Delinquency Defense and Child Protection. The CP Parent Defense team of attorneys and support staff is focused on bringing the highest quality representation to indigent parents in complex child protection matters throughout the state. The team is responsible for handling child protection trial court cases and appeals statewide. The team provides training, trial observation and consultation for other public defenders and Assigned Counsel handling child protection matters.The position will have statewide responsibilities, but it is anticipated that the attorney will be placed in Middletown, Hartford, or Willimantic. The Deputy Assistant Public Defender will be required to travel around the state as needed.Qualifications:Preferred candidates should have at least five (5) years of experience representing parents in child protection matters in the trial court and/or appellate court. Additional experience in criminal defense, delinquency defense, family support magistrate court or other related practices serving indigent clients will be strongly considered. Must be currently admitted to the Connecticut Bar.Starting Salary:$93,275 - $105,249 based on experience with full State benefits.Application Process: Applicants must submit Employment Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Attorney Application Supplement and Attorney Reference form.All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-OpportunitiesInternal Applicants are required to submit an updated Attorney ApplicationSupplement, Letter of Interest, Attorney References and Resume.ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ONE DOCUMENTPACKAGE and emailed to renee.cimino@pds.ct.gov and OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov no later than September 29, 2025.Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERDPDS is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.Job Type: Full-timePay: $93,275.00 - $105,249.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>People with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In person

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - Child Protection Parent Defense

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDERDERBY &ndash; GA #5Applications are being accepted for a Deputy Assistant Public Defender located at GA #5 &ndash; Derby. This position provides legal representation to indigent persons accused of crimes as required by the constitutions of both the United States and the State of Connecticut. Daily tasks may include meeting with clients in lock-up, providing legal representation at arraignment, negotiating plea agreements, attending jail visit with incarcerated clients, and working collaboratively with support staff such as social workers and investigators.Duties and Responsibilities:Defend indigent clients; advise clients of rights and responsibilities; appear with and for clients at all court hearings; review, evaluate and determine legal motions, pleas and other legal action on behalf of clients; negotiate plea negotiations and other agreements with Prosecutors and Judges;assist individuals impacted by mental illness and substance abuse; order investigations and subpoenas; request social work services; study and interpret laws, court decisions and other legal authorities; transport, quickly read, analyze and comprehend numerous files, including those related to complex cases, under tight deadlines and in crowded and noisy environment; interview witnesses; prepare briefs, motions and other legal documents; represent clients at jury or court trials; keep up to date on developments in law practice and attend training; develop and maintain relationships with outside agencies. Perform other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:Candidates must be admitted to the Connecticut Bar; preference for candidates with experience in criminal defense. Applicants who took the July Bar Exam and are waiting for results are eligible to apply; appointment to the position is contingent upon admission to the Connecticut Bar.Starting Salary:$93,275 - $105,249 based on experience with full State benefits for outside applicants.Application Process: Applicants must submit Employment Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Attorney Application Supplement and Attorney Reference form and a writing sample.All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-OpportunitiesInternal Applicants are required to submit an updated Attorney ApplicationSupplement, Letter of Interest, Attorney References, Resume and writing sample.ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ONE DOCUMENTPACKAGE and emailed OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov and carla.droniak@pds.ct.gov no later than September 25, 2025.Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERDPDS is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.Job Type: Full-timePay: $93,275.00 - $105,249.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>People with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In person

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - Derby

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDERMERIDEN &ndash; GA #7Applications are being accepted for a Deputy Assistant Public Defender located at GA #7 &ndash; Meriden. This position provides legal representation to indigent persons accused of crimes as required by the constitutions of both the United States and the State of Connecticut. Daily tasks may include meeting with clients in lock-up, providing legal representation at arraignment, negotiating plea agreements, attending jail visit with incarcerated clients, and working collaboratively with support staff such as social workers and investigators.Duties and Responsibilities:Defend indigent clients; advise clients of rights and responsibilities; appear with and for clients at all court hearings; review, evaluate and determine legal motions, pleas and other legal action on behalf of clients; negotiate plea negotiations and other agreements with Prosecutors and Judges;assist individuals impacted by mental illness and substance abuse; order investigations and subpoenas; request social work services; study and interpret laws, court decisions and other legal authorities; transport, quickly read, analyze and comprehend numerous files, including those related to complex cases, under tight deadlines and in crowded and noisy environment; interview witnesses; prepare briefs, motions and other legal documents; represent clients at jury or court trials; keep up to date on developments in law practice and attend training; develop and maintain relationships with outside agencies. Perform other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:Candidates must be admitted to the Connecticut Bar; preference for candidates with experience in criminal defense. Applicants who took the July Bar Exam and are waiting for results are eligible to apply; appointment to the position is contingent upon admission to the Connecticut Bar.Starting Salary:$93,275 - $105,249 based on experience with full State benefits for outside applicants.Application Process: Applicants must submit Employment Application, Letter of Interest, Resume, Attorney Application Supplement and Attorney Reference form and a writing sample.All forms can be obtained from our website: https://portal.ct.gov/OCPD/Employment/Employment-OpportunitiesInternal Applicants are required to submit an updated Attorney ApplicationSupplement, Letter of Interest, Attorney References, Resume and writing sample.ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ONE DOCUMENTPACKAGE and emailed OCPDHR@pds.ct.gov and brian.pear@pds.ct.gov no later than September 25, 2025.Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERDPDS is an equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.Job Type: Full-timePay: $93,275.00 - $105,249.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li></ul>People with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: In person

DEPUTY ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - Meriden GA #7