News & Updates

Open Positions

This page lists position openings that are related to indigent defense or services. To view a posting, click on the highlighted posting below. To list a position, contact WDA staff at wda@defensenet.org.

Grays Harbor County Seeks Entry Level Attorney

The attorney filling this position will act as court-appointed counsel representing indigent people in the courts of Grays Harbor County. The attorney will represent clients in all phases of criminal proceedings, including first a...

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Nielsen Koch and Grannis Seeks New Associate

Nielsen Koch & Grannis (www.nwattorney.net), a Seattle appellate firm, seeks new associate with minimum one year experience as attorney or judicial clerk. Some appellate or criminal defense experience preferred. The attorney...

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Stand WA Seeks Washington Government Affairs Director

THE ROLE Your role stands at the intersection of government affairs and the effort to make positive changes in educational equity and racial justice in Washington. As a key member of Stand’s Washington team at a moment of treme...

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Thurston County Public Defense Seeks Defense Attorney I, II, or III

Thurston County Public Defense is currently recruiting for two (2) Defense Attorneys for placement in the District Court Unit supporting misdemeanor cases and in the Superior Court Unit supporting felony cases. Depending upo...

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Fellows Wanted for Washington Leadership Institute – Apply by 10/10

The 2025 Washington Leadership Institute (WLI) Fellowship will be open through October 10th! Attorneys eager to grow their leadership skills and make a lasting impact are encouraged to apply for this transformative program. To be ...

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The Access to Justice Board Seeks a New Member

Join the Access to Justice Board! Lead on a statewide level, influencing the future of civil legal services in our state. The Board has one seat open for a three-year term that will begin immediately. You’ll play a pivotal r...

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Columbia Legal Services Seeks Equity and Antiracist Strategist

Columbia Legal Services is engaged in an ongoing organization-wide process to ensure that internal processes, practices, and values reflect a culture of fairness, equity and belongingness. CLS seeks a full-time Equity an...

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Administrative Office of the Courts, Office of Court Innovation Seeks Equity and Access Program Manager

The Administrative Office of the Courts, Office of Court Innovation (OCI) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to join the Equity and Access Team to help make “Justice for All” a reality in the court system! ...

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The Sentencing Project Seeks Youth Justice Engagement Manager and a Senior Campaign Strategist

YOUTH JUSTICE ENGAGEMENT MANAGER The Engagement Manager will lead The Sentencing Project’s outreach and engagement with young people directly impacted by the youth and adult criminal legal systems. The Manager will support an ad...

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OJJDP Seeks Two Writer-Editors

Join our team! OJJDP works with national, state, local, and Tribal organizations to prevent juvenile delinquency, improve the juvenile justice system, and protect children. Writer-Editor: GS-13 (two vacancies). The incumbent will...

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