Orleans Public Defenders

Attorney

• zealously represent clients during their first court appearances in criminal, delinquency, Child-In-Need-of-Care, and/or Municipal proceedings
• Represent clients appearing in Magistrate Court, Municipal Court, and/or Juvenile Court for first appearances, bond review hearings, continued custody hearings, and any other necessary matters
• Interview clients prior to court, working efficiently and compassionately to collect details necessary for representation and providing clients with information about next steps
• Make zealous arguments on behalf of clients in order to secure pretrial release
• Provide clients’ families and loved ones with information after First Appearances
• Act as intermediary between clients and assigned attorneys in order to provide continuity of representation and best address client needs and goals
• Contribute to a welcoming, mission-driven office culture built on mutual support, learning, and humility
• Engage with colleagues across divisions to advance holistic, client-centered defense
• Maintain high ethical standards and comply with all legal requirements
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned, including occasionally attending conferences/meetings on behalf of the Office

Bond Attorney