San Francisco Public Defender

The San Francisco Public Defender’s Office attracts and employs a highly qualified team of professionals, many of who have given up lucrative careers in the private sector to pursue social justice in the courtroom. Our attorneys, social workers, paralegals and support staff aspire to provide the highest level of legal advocacy to each of our clients and are committed to making the Public Defender’s Office one of the best public law firms in the nation.

Applications are now being accepted for the position of Social Worker (Class 2910)

Position Description: The San Francisco Public Defender’s Office seeks Re-entry Social Worker (RSW) passionate about juvenile justice in the area of criminal juvenile law to join its team of exceptional attorneys and support staff in its juvenile unit. The RSW must be highly motivated and show a commitment to working specifically with high risk youth who are leaving residential placements in and out of state. The RSW will be working with the Juvenile Collaborative Re-entry Team to prepare youth and families with re-entry planning and services to ensure successful transition home. The social worker will be responsible for working with the Public Defender Placement attorney and other JCRT members which will include the Court, the San Francisco Juvenile Probation Department, and case manager from the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice. The RSW is also expected to develop strong collaboration with community – based youth serving agencies.

To view the full announcement or to apply online, please click on the following link:
http://www.jobaps.com/SF/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=PEX&R2=2910&R3=056167&Viewer=Admin&Test=Y

Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

The Volunteer Internship Program provides internship opportunities to law students, paralegals, investigators and college students who are interested in receiving hands-on experience meeting with clients, writing motions, conducting investigations and assisting attorneys in trial.

The Volunteer Attorney Program offers recent law graduates and attorneys from private law firms experience handling misdemeanor cases. The program benefits law firms as their associates gain invaluable experience trying cases before juries. Participants gain extensive training in trial skills, evidence and courtroom protocol. The Volunteer Attorney Program requires a full-time four-month commitment.

For more information about the Volunteer Internship Program or Volunteer Attorney Program, please call 415-553-9630.