Main Purpose of Job

POSITION OVERVIEW

MOPD Juvenile Defenders provide consistent client-centered representation
to their clients from their first court appearance through their entire case.
This vertical representation model leads to deep and lasting client
relationships and continuity of representation across years and cases.
Attorneys work in conjunction with social workers and core staff in a
team-oriented environment. Attorneys must be able to balance a client-centered
approach to representation with advocacy to address systemic inequity and the
collateral consequences that lead to deeper system involvement. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Represent youth at arraignment, adjudication, disposition, and
post-disposition hearings.

Represent clients in administrative matters related to conditions of
confinement and access treatment.

Work to identify and advocate for solutions to s...