Federal Public Defender for the District of Kansas

KANSAS FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER  Position Announcement - EXTENDED  Assistant Federal Public Defender   Application Deadline: Open until filled  Priority given to applications received by March 14, 2026  The Kansas Federal Public Defender (FPD) is accepting applications for an entry-level Assistant  Federal Public Defender position in the Kansas City, Topeka, or Wichita office. The Kansas FPD  provides legal representation to indigent clients in federal criminal cases and related matters. The  FPD values hard work, diversity, teamwork, creativity, flexibility, and fairness.   The Job: This is an entry-level position that requires self-motivation, flexibility, and a good work  ethic. There are four essential aspects to this position. First , the attorney will handle the  misdemeanor dockets within Kansas (Ft. Riley, Ft. Leavenworth, McConnell Air Force Base, federal  lands). Second , the attorney will handle motions to modify conditions of...

KANSAS FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER  Position Announcement - EXTENDED  Assistant Federal Public Defender  Application Open until filled  Priority given to applications received by March 14, 2026  The Kansas Federal Public Defender (FPD) is accepting applications for an Assistant Federal Public  Defender in our Wichita Office. This is a felony trial attorney position. The Kansas FPD provides  legal representation to indigent clients in federal criminal cases and related matters. The Office  values hard work, diversity, teamwork, creativity, flexibility, and fairness.   The Job: Assistant Federal Public Defenders must meet individual client needs while managing full  caseloads. AFPDs develop release plans; review discovery; research, write, and litigate motions;  develop litigation strategy; work with experts; negotiate resolutions; serve as counsel in jury trials;  navigate complex federal sentencing statutes and guidelines; and advocate for fair sentences...

KANSAS FEDERAL PUBLIC DEFENDER  Position Announcement - EXTENDED  Assistant Federal Public Defender  Application Deadline: Open until filled  Priority given to applications received by March 14, 2026  The Kansas Federal Public Defender (FPD) is accepting applications for an Assistant Federal Public  Defender in our Topeka Office. The Kansas FPD provides legal representation to indigent clients in  federal criminal cases and related matters. The Office values hard work, diversity, teamwork,  creativity, flexibility, and fairness.   The Job: Assistant Federal Public Defenders must meet individual client needs while managing full  caseloads. AFPDs develop release plans; review discovery; research, write, and litigate motions;  develop litigation strategy; work with experts; negotiate resolutions; serve as counsel in jury trials;  navigate complex federal sentencing statutes and guidelines; and advocate for fair sentences and  alternative outcomes....