Federal Public Defender for the District of Kansas
Kansas City, KS, USA
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...