Our Mission

You will serve as a trial-level attorney that provides criminal defense representation to clients who cannot otherwise afford an attorney. You will represent indigent trial-level clients facing misdemeanor and felony criminal charges. Note: the position does not involve trial-level representation in federal court and does not involve post-trial representation on direct appeal, state post-conviction, or federal habeas litigation. The position is headquartered in the Ross County Office of our Trial Services Division, in Chillicothe, and will serve in the courts of Ross and Jackson County. The successful APD candidate will thrive in a close-knit team environment and be interested in trial-level work and providing client service in a fast-paced work environment. A successful candidate will also be eager to work with a supervisor to learn the intricacies of the position and succeed in providing high-quality representation. Essential duties of this position include but are not limited to: Prepare cases for trial; try cases as lead counsel or as co-counsel; represent clients in community control violations; Conduct pre-trial conferences, hearings, and plea negotiations; examine witnesses; Present legal arguments and evidence.