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Summary
CAP is an independent and ethically separate division of the Office of the Public Defender and our attorneys do not share information or otherwise interact with attorneys from the Public Defender or the Alternate Defender's Office. Individual private attorneys that contract with the government and are appointed by the Superior Court of California, County of Stanislaus to provide indigent defense because of a conflict declared by the Office of the Public Defender or Alternate Defenders Office or other court order. All obligations to protect the confidences of the client and zealously represent his or her interests are scrupulously maintained and respected.
This position is a contracted position and wields significant influence over critical decisions that impact the community at large. Take your place and drive meaningful change!
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Job Description
Our CAP attorneys may take cases within these areas:
- Class 1 - 6 Cases
- Juvenile Delinquency Cases
- Civil Matters
CAP Attorneys do not need to have a practice within Stanislaus County, but will need to be able to make court appearances as needed
Contract as a Conflict Panel Attorney in Stanislaus County and make a meaningful impact in the pursuit of social justice.
- By advocating for those in need, you'll contribute to ensuring fairness and equality within the legal system.
- You will have the opportunity to gain criminal trial experience in the court
- Great way to supplement your successful law practice
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Special Instructions
If this position aligns with your interests and qualifications, we encourage you to apply by doing two simple steps:
- Email CAP@stancounty.com with your interest
- Complete and return contract for review by CAP Director
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Stanislaus County
Show moreWE BUILD COMMUNITY
Stanislaus County is a great community with beautiful parks, great education, outstanding healthcare, and a variety of cultural and sporting events. Our community features music, art, festivals, golf, river rafting, boating, & much more. Our motto at the County is "Striving to be the Best" and that is a vision we hope you will share with us.
Why Work Here
Vibrant and Affordable Community: Stanislaus County offers an energetic community for you to call home at prices that we can all afford. It is a wonderful place to start and raise a family while also offering entertainment opportunities of all kinds. Visit (Live & Play) to find out more.
Civic Impact: Every member of the Stanislaus County Team makes a meaningful contribution to the community each day they come to work. For us, active citizenship in promoting the health, safety, welfare, and economic vitality of our community isn’t just an opportunity, it’s a responsibility.
Diverse and Connected Workforce: We are proud of the diverse heritages of our County’s Citizens and its reflection in our workforce. By bringing various viewpoints and expertise together in the spirt of fairness and respect, we make our team stronger. We believe that every position is crucial and interconnected, and that the triumphs of the individual are the successes of us all.
Training and Development: Come to the place where the best go to get better! Stanislaus County is a Learning Organization, committed to promoting the continuous development and advancement of its team. We offer a wide range of career paths for you to take on your professional journey and the developmental tools help get you where you want to go.
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