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Criminal Defense Attorney

Date Posted: Jun 29, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

Job Detail

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    Location Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Gender: No Preference
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    Apply Before: Sep 27, 2026

Job Description

Overview

The Texas RioGrande Public Defender seeks a Criminal Defense Attorney to lead the establishment of a new public defender's office in Eagle Pass, Texas. This role involves creating a client-centered advocacy culture and transforming the criminal justice landscape in underserved communities by providing effective legal representation.

Key responsibilities

  • Launch and lead the new public defender's office
  • Establish a culture of client-centered, team-oriented advocacy
  • Create gold-standard processes for legal representation
  • Build strong community relationships with local stakeholders
  • Track data measuring the impact of representation
  • Monitor attorney caseloads to ensure manageability
  • Implement key strategies in partnership with executive leadership
  • Maintain a 40% caseload including high level felonies, misdemeanors, and juvenile cases
  • Mentor and train newly licensed attorneys
  • Contribute to the development of TRGPD

Required skills

  • Licensed to practice law in Texas or willingness to take Texas bar exam
  • At least five years of criminal litigation experience
  • At least 5 trials as lead counsel
  • Demonstrated management and leadership skills
  • Proficiency in Office365, legal research software, and case management systems
  • Professional fluency in Spanish (highly preferred)

What the company offers

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Company Overview

Atlanta, South Georgia, United States of America

Texas RioGrande Public Defender is dedicated to providing consistent and effective legal representation to underserved communities in Texas. They are committed to transformative justice and ensuring access to legal counsel for those accused of crimes... Read More

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