Public Defender I — Impactful Courtroom Advocate

King County's Department of Public Defense (DPD) seeks dedicated Public Defense Attorneys who advocate for indigent clients. You’ll work with investigators, mitigation specialists, paralegals, and other support staff to ensure high-quality representation across criminal and civil matters. This hybrid role supports handling all stages from arraignment to trial, including on-call coverage, with opportunities across multiple practice areas and strong emphasis on training and sustainable caseloads.