STAFF ATTORNEY, TRIBAL COURT PUBLIC DEFENSE CLINIC

STAFF ATTORNEY, TRIBAL COURT PUBLIC DEFENSE CLINIC The Tribal Court Public Defense Clinic has an outstanding opportunity for a Staff Attorney to join their team. The Tribal Court Public Defense Clinic (TCPDC) provides experiential learning opportunities for second and third-year law students through the representation of indigent defendants who have been charged with crimes and who qualify for court-appointed counsel in the Tulalip Tribal Court. The Staff Attorney reports to the Director of the Tribal Court Public Defense Clinic and manages an active caseload of tribal cases.The Staff Attorney represents the legal interests of clients charged with crimes in the Tulalip Tribal Court, through the application of Tribal policies and regulations governing the Tribal court process and staffing court calendars to provide continuity of representation given the teaching duties of the Director. Staff Attorneys provide in-person support to the TCPDC team by staffing the Tulalip Tribal Court office located on the Tulalip Indian Reservation. They also appear in court during court calendars where the full-time public defenders are engaged in teaching-related activities.This position requires the ability to exercise independent judgment, maintain client confidences, and to exercise discretion when representing persons charged in the Tulalip Tribal Court. The position requires the ability to vigorously advocate on behalf of the client during Tulalip Tribal Court hearings. Timeliness, strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Staff Attorney's primary responsibilities in representing the interests of adults charged with criminal offenses in the Tulalip Tribal Court include : Legal Services : 60% Providing representation for Clinic clients and summer coverage for cases handled by Clinic students and faculty.Conducting case evaluation, applying legal principles to fact patterns, and representing clients charged with crimes in the Tulalip Tribal Court at a variety of hearings.Working with Clinic faculty and staff to conduct case evaluation and legal analysis utilizing tribal criminal law principles.Providing other additional services as necessary to maintain the continuity of representation for Tulalip Tribal Court clients.Jail Visits : 10% Traveling to local correctional facilities and conducting jail visits with incarcerated clients.Client Intake : 10% Conducting case management for the Clinic by utilizing specialized legal knowledge to manage workflow and meet the Clinic's needs and requirements.Conflict Checks : 10% Working with Clinic staff to manage the conflict check system.File Maintenance and Record Keeping : 10% Preparing and filing documents in compliance with current filing requirements.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSJuris Doctor. Minimum of 2-3 years of criminal defense practice in a public defender office (Tribal, State or Federal).ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSAdmission to the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) or current license to practice law by any jurisdiction in the United States AND the ability to apply for and receive admission to WSBA within 6 months of hiring.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSA strong educational or experiential background in Indian Law and / or Tribal Court practice experience.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTSchedule : Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Telework eligible.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.#J-18808-Ljbffr