Attorney I - County of Chester Pennsylvania : Job Details

The Attorney I for the Public Defenders office represents clients at their preliminary hearings in Magisterial District Courts and Juvenile clients in all proceedings within the Juvenile Justice System. In addition, these attorneys will represent clients in miscellaneous matters in the Court of Common Pleas and in appellate and post -conviction matters as may be assigned. A criminal background check is required. Essential Duties Represent clients in their Juvenile Court proceedings Gather information prior to preliminary hearings. Interview clients and witnesses. Perform legal research. Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of clients defenses to the governments charges. Represent clients in preliminary hearings. Counsel clients and assist with applications to diversionary programs and treatment courts. Resolve cases at preliminary hearing level or negotiate reduction of charges. Address bail status. Prepare full and adequate reports of clients preliminary hearings, with recom...Attorney, Skills, Legal, Research