Texas RioGrande Public Defender

General

• Provide zealous defense for indigent persons accused of criminal charges ranging from serious level felonies, misdemeanors, and juvenile cases;
• Review case facts, examine videos and physical case evidence for legal sufficiency,
• Prepare, draft, and review motions and other legal documents that conform to current statutes, legislation, and case law;
• Confer with prosecutors, law enforcement, and witnesses regarding any necessary case investigation and trial preparation;
• Litigate appointed cases from intake to final resolution, including pretrial, trial, appeals, and additional motion practice, as needed;
• Manage confidential legal information and documents;
• Participate in the agency, division, and program meetings and training;
• Maintain case files and documentation in accordance with agency and division policies;
• Follow current trends and innovations in indigent defense;
• Provide client-centered, trauma-informed advocacy;
• Collaborate with colleagues in their team, program, and division to contribute to a supportive work environment.

Staff Public Defender

• Provide zealous and holistic defense for indigent persons accused of criminal charges ranging from serious level felonies, misdemeanors, and juvenile cases
• Review case facts, examine videos and physical case evidence for legal sufficiency
• Prepare, draft, and review motions and other legal documents that conform to current statutes, legislation, and case law
• Confer with prosecutors, law enforcement, and witnesses regarding any necessary case investigation and trial preparation
• Litigate appointed cases from intake to final resolution, including pretrial, trial, appeals, and additional motion practice, as needed
• Manage confidential legal information and documents
• Participate in the agency, division, and program meetings and training
• Maintain case files and documentation in accordance with agency and division policies
• Follow current trends and innovations in indigent defense
• Provide client-centered, trauma-informed advocacy
• Collaborate with colleagues in their team, program, and division to contribute to a supportive work environment

Felony Qualified Public Defender

• Represent clients in various stages of criminal proceedings
• Interview clients, research case law, draft legal documents, negotiate with prosecutors, and advocate for clients in court

Staff Public Defender

Felony Qualified Public Defender

Entry-Level Public Defender