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Job Details for Assistant Federal Public Defender - Trial Unit

Court Name/Organization: Tennessee Middle Federal Public Defender
Overview of the Position: An Assistant Federal Public Defender provides legal representation to clients charged with federal criminal offenses before federal magistrate and district courts in the Middle District of Tennessee, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, and Supreme Court of the United States. The typical caseload involves defending people charged with federal crimes ranging from possession of guns and drugs, immigration offenses, fraud, complex white collar fraud cases, and terrorism. Responsibilities include managing a caseload, preparing pleadings, motions and briefs, reviewing discovery documents, interviewing witnesses, developing litigation strategies, meeting with clients, working with experts, assisting Criminal Justice Act panel attorneys, and appearing on behalf of clients in federal court.
Location: Nashville, TN
Opening and Closing Dates: 04/02/2024 - Open Until Filled
Appointment Type: Permanent
Classification Level/Grade: AD 21 - AD 29
Salary: $86,962 - $189,771
Link to Court Careers Information: https://tnm.fd.org/employment
Announcement Number: 2024-06

The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.