Public Defense and Assigned Counsel Attorney Positions

The Office of the Defender General is seeking attorneys to provide public defense and assigned counsel services throughout the State of Vermont. The contracts will be for Fiscal Year 2027, starting on July 1, 2026. The services include public defense caseload relief, serious felony unit services, conflict assigned counsel services, and more. The qualifications for these contracts include current admission to the Vermont Bar, handicap accessibility to the practice, and a demonstrated ability to provide high-quality representation. The contracts are performance-based, and the contractors are required to carry professional liability insurance. • Public Defense Caseload Relief services • Serious Felony Unit services • Conflict Assigned Counsel services • Assigned Counsel Coordinator Services