Federal Public Defender

Court Name/Organization Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Overview of the Position The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit seeks applications from all highly qualified candidates for appointment as the Federal Public Defender for the Middle and Western Districts of Louisiana. The office is headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana. Regular overnight travel throughout the district is required. The terms of appointment and reappointment are four years. Location Lafayette, LA Opening and Closing Dates 04/28/2025 - 05/28/2025 Appointment Type Permanent Salary Starting: $195,200 Link to Court Careers Information https://www.ca5.uscourts.gov/other/vacancies

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