Office of the Ohio Public Defender

We are seeking an Assistant Public Defender for our Columbus Trial team. For more information and to apply, visit https://bit.ly/3yYzj9x

We would like to share that the Remote Area Medical OSU - RAM will be hosting its 3rd annual free clinic with free dental, vision, and medical services at East High School on November 16th and 17th, 2024. See the event here for more details: https://fb.me/e/251KYWETZ

Sign up for email or text message reminders at this link: https://forms.gle/5UKgiHL7t2Rfuc1r7 (Note that signing up for reminders in no way reserves a spot or guarantees access to limited services).

Even if you or your family is not in need of our services, we encourage you to share this event!

If someone has been convicted of a crime, can that person vote in Ohio? Most often, the answer is YES. Even if you have been convicted of a felony.

We are seeking a Supervising Assistant Public Defender in our Athens office. For more information or to apply, visit https://bit.ly/4dnQsbK.

The Tuscarawas County Public Defender is seeking an Assistant Public Defender. View the job description for more information.

The Franklin County Public Defender is now accepting applications for a Social Worker in the agency's Municipal Court Unit. Deadline to apply is September 14.

We are seeking an Assistant Public Defender in our Athens office. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3WNOc6i Deadline to apply is August 28.

OPD’s Youth Defense team welcomed three interns this year, two of which are pictured here—Hope Alexander, bottom middle, and Jamie Salazar, bottom right.

OPD’s Executive Leadership team enjoyed the opportunity to host summer interns at an interactive panel and Q&A event on July 31. Thanks, students, for the engaging and thoughtful conversation! The future of is bright!

We are seeking two Social Work Assistants in our Youth Defense Department. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3LYM6M3.

The OPD Team recently gathered together to celebrate Jackee McClain's retirement, and to recognize her significant contribution to clients and colleagues during her tenure with the OPD.

State Public Defender Elizabeth Miller provided opening remarks at the Dayton Criminal Defense College Trial School, thanking those in attendance for using their time and talent to provide representation in Ohio's indigent defense system.

We are seeking a Mitigation and Investigation Specialist in our Mitigation and Investigation Department. Deadline to apply is August 16. To learn more about this position, visit https://bit.ly/4cwgnwJ

The OPD was glad to provide a presentation on legal rights to young people attending the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.'s 51st Midwest Regional Conference Youth Summit: The Delta Takeover Connecting Champions of Change. Presenters included Brooke Burns, Managing Counsel of OPD's Youth Defense Department; Elizabeth Miller, State Public Defender; and Laura Austen, Assistant Director of OPD's Columbus Office.

The Law Office of the Montgomery County Public Defender is seeking an Assistant Public Defender. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and three references to Nicola Lewis at [email protected].

The Lake County Public Defender's Office is seeking a misdemeanor attorney. Submit resume and cover letter to Chief Assistant Public Defender Concetta Rogazione at [email protected].

This week, State Public Defender Elizabeth Miller testified before the Sunset Review Committee, which is tasked with evaluating various state agencies to determine their usefulness, performance, and effectiveness. State Public Defender Miller was proud to share information with the committee about the important work of the Ohio Public Defender Commission and the Office of the Ohio Public Defender, and how both entities are essential to providing indigent defense services to the most vulnerable Ohioans.

We are seeking two Assistant Public Defenders in our Ross County office. For more information or to apply, scan the QR code or visit https://bit.ly/3zIZ5OY.

As part of our DEI Quarterly Session, our Columbus office welcomed Danielle Boyd & Phyl Flanagan with the YWCA Columbus for a dialogue on privilege, identity, and intersectionality. We engaged in self reflection about our identities, bias, and lived experiences while simultaneously exploring strategies to leverage our individual and collective impact.

Looking for a new job? We are seeking an Administrative Professional 1 in our Appeals & Postconviction Department. The deadline to apply is July 22. For more information or to apply, visit https://bit.ly/45ZpPH4 or scan the QR code in the image.

Yesterday, Mallorie Thomas argued before the Supreme Court of Ohio about the critical importance of the Sixth Amendment right that our clients have to confront their accusers. OPD interns who attended the argument were given a tour of the building afterward.

Ohio Public Defender Elizabeth Miller was named president of the National Association for Public Defense Board of Directors. Congratulations, Elizabeth!

State Public Defender Elizabeth Miller attended the annual Evening of Light event last Friday in support of Alvis House. She is incredibly grateful for the impact Alvis has on our communities through their focused services for individuals with justice involvement, addiction & mental health challenges, barriers to employment, and mental health & developmental disabilities. Also, attending in support and pictured here is OPD Mitigation & Investigation Supervisor Marcia Dukes.

Shout out to State Public Defender Elizabeth Miller and her leadership with indigent defense in Ohio and across the country. Starting July 1st, she is excited to be serving as President of the Board of Directors of the National Association for Public Defense!

Are you seeking a General Counsel position? Stop scrolling now—we are hiring! To view the position description or to apply online, scan the QR code in the image or visit https://bit.ly/3KZjhhY

Athens is truly a place with a wealth of opportunities, but sometimes, finding them may not be so simple. The Office of the Ohio Public Defender, located at 184 N. Lancaster St, Athens, has an office space and safe meeting environment for the clients we serve, but we also strive to provide access to resources to help support job readiness, reduce recidivism, increase confidence, enhance quality of life, support sobriety, break the cycle, create new beginnings, strengthen families, and enable clients and citizens to find their self-worth.

This edition's resources can be found at the following links:
Job Opportunities: https://bit.ly/4bm7JA9

Parenting resources: https://bit.ly/4cABQVt

Meal Assistance: https://www.facebook.com/tavolinoathens/

Stay tuned for more empowering Athens County resources and opportunities!

We are seeking to fill an Information Technologist 1 position in our agency. For more information or to apply online, scan the QR code in the image, or visit https://dasstateoh.taleo.net/careersection/oh_ext/jobdetail.ftl?job=2400064P&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

We are seeking a General Counsel for the OPD! For more information or to apply, scan the QR code in the image below, or visit https://shorturl.at/NNdKk

Today, we honor the struggles and sacrifices of those who came before us, celebrate the progress toward equity and freedom, and continue our fight against racial injustice.

OPD's Trial Services Division is hosting a new virtual training, Bridging the Gap: Understanding Federal v. State Sentencing, on June 27. The virtual training runs from 8:30-2:30 and will include four presentations with 15-minute breaks in between. The Office of the Ohio Public Defender has applied for 4 General CLE credits, pending Supreme Court approval.

This virtual training aims to provide attorneys with critical insights into the complexities of multi-jurisdictional sentencing. Presented by experts from the Ohio Public Defender's Office (OPD), Federal Defenders, and the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC), the sessions will equip attorneys with a comprehensive understanding of federal and state sentencing guidelines, interstate compact concerns, and PRC/parole issues.

The training is provided at no cost and is open to anyone in the indigent defense community.

You can register for the free training here: https://bit.ly/3zfU00f