KENTUCKY DEPT OF PUBLIC ADVOCACY LAW CLERK JOBS – QUICK TURNAROUND

Clerk positions are intended for individuals planning to take the July bar exam. It does not matter in which state the applicant plans to take the bar exam. Upon passing the bar, out-of-state licensed attorneys may apply for the Kentucky Limited License which allows them to practice for up to 18 months during which time, they must take and pass the Kentucky bar exam. Currently licensed attorneys (in any state) are also eligible to apply for Clerk positions.

HIRING PROCESS:

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https://careers.ky.gov

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Type either the job number to see the specific job OR type “Department of Public Advocacy” to see all positions for our agency.

CONTACT PERSON:

Patti Heying, Recruiter Patti.Heying@ky.gov

AGENCY DESCRIPTION:

Public defenders in Kentucky work for a state agency called the Department of Public Advocacy (DPA). The Kentucky DPA is recognized as a model state-wide public defender system, representing individuals at both trial and post-trial levels. Its training program is also known as one of the best in the country. Newly-hired public defenders are provided over 150 hours of training in their first year in programs designed to get them on their feet practicing skills as well as becoming experts in Kentucky’s criminal law.

We serve the Commonwealth of Kentucky by protecting the rights of its poorest citizens. We seek to employ dedicated and highly motivated individuals with a strong desire to serve those who often do not have a voice in the justice system. We seek individuals who will enrich our agency and our practice by sharing their varied perspectives and approaches.

SALARY:

Clerk positions: $2,657.70 per month and includes state employee benefits

LAW CLERK JOBS:

Western Kentucky

LAW CERK – Job #: 61989BR

Hopkinsville, Kentucky (Christian County)