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An Assistant Public Defender in the CINA Division combines his/her demonstrated dedication to the representation of indigent clients with his/her strong leadership and litigation skills to ensure the highest standard of representation in a team-oriented environment focused on a client-centered approach to representation.  The attorney in this position is expected to work independently in managing an active CINA caseload.  This representation is from the Emergency Shelter Care Hearing through any Termination of Parental Rights proceedings.  

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Fervent representation of parents at every stage of the case.
• Ability to competently, independently, and resourcefully manage an active caseload.
• Actively communicate with clients, family members, and team members, and resources for optimal client outcomes.
• Continuously seek professional development through training and other continuing legal education and trial skills courses.  

 Active membership in good standing in the Maryland Bar or another Bar of another state.

To apply for this position please submit a: (1) current resume, (2) cover letter addressing the above qualifications, (3) list of references, (4) completed Applicant Essay (available on our website under “Careers”), and (5) if out of law school less than three years, law school transcript.  Cover letters should be addressed to:  Johanna Cohen Leshner, Director of Recruitment 6 St. Paul Street, Suite 1400 Baltimore, Maryland 21202.           

Items (1)-(5) outlined above must be submitted electronically in one email to attorneyjobs@opd.state.md.us.  In the subject line of the email please indicate “APDI, CINA Division Baltimore City.”  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

TTY Users call via Maryland Relay, 1-800-925-4434.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Assistant Public Defenders are full-time employees who serve at the pleasure of the Public Defender.  Criminal Procedure Art., Section 16-203(d).  Assistant Public Defenders cannot engage in the private practice of law while in this position.  

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.