Delaware County NY Public Defender's Office

From Breakroom to Briefs: Public Defender staff moves into repurposed office space - The Reporter (Catskills Today) DELHI — A former breakroom tucked behind the Delaware County Office For the Aging second floor offices, has found new life as office space for three members of the county’s public …

Public Defender’s office fully staffed, renovated, and ready - The Reporter (Catskills Today) DELHI — Delaware County Public Defender Joseph Ermeti delivered a report to the county’s legislative committee on May 14, assuring supervisors that the office is fully staffed, operating …

Justice Served or Vigilante Run Amok? - The Reporter (Catskills Today) DELHI — The criminal case against Oscar A. Pais, a 50-year-old Andes resident and former SUNY Delhi professor accused of attempting to endanger the welfare of a child and disseminate indecent …

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DelCo DA’s exit puts Drug Court’s future in question - The Reporter (Catskills Today) * This story has been updated to add statistics and perspective from a Drug Court participant. DELHI — Delaware County’s Drug Treatment Court, once a collaborative cornerstone in the fight against addiction and recidivism, faces an unchartered future as District Attorney Shawn …

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‘Snitch Culture’ in Delaware County - The Reporter (Catskills Today) * Nov. 6, 2024 - This story has been updated from a previous version to include additional comments supplied by District Attorney Shawn Smith and Assistant Public Defender Andrew VanBuren. DELHI – Complaints are surfacing from defense attorneys in Delaware County, who allege the county jail/sherif...

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DelCo r**e case tossed - The Reporter (Catskills Today) DELHI - Delaware County Court Judge Gary Rosa dismissed an indictment accusing a defendant of first-degree r**e and sexual abuse in a written decision dated Oct. 1. A mistrial was declared in the criminal …

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Weapons cache, legal sparring, decreased bail in Hancock attempted murder case - The Reporter (Catskills Today) DELHI - Delhi Justice Mat Burkert presided over the felony hearing Wednesday, Sept. 11, listening to witness testimony and reviewing document evidence against Robert K. Trago , age 60, of Hancock, …

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Bail revoked in Delhi criminal mischief case following new arrest - The Reporter (Catskills Today) DELHI - In a tense courtroom exchange Tuesday, Sept. 3, Delaware County Court Judge John Hubbard ordered Philip T. Albergo , 41, of Delhi, to be held in jail on $2,500 cash bail after Delhi Police …

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DelCo DA lied in court, Asst. Public Defender says - The Reporter (Catskills Today) DELHI - In a confrontation over a controversial plea deal, Delaware County Assistant Public Defender Andrew VanBuren accused District Attorney Shawn Smith of lying to Judge John Hubbard about …

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS:
ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - FAMILY COURT

Are you looking to build your career as an attorney in an exciting office, engaging in rewarding and meaningful work? The Delaware County Public Defender's Office has an opening for an Assistant Public Defender in our Family Court Unit. Admission to the New York State Bar is required. A valid NYS Driver’s License is also required.
In this position, you will be representing individuals with low incomes eligible for assigned counsel services in Family Court, as assigned by the Public Defender. You will work with our clients at every stage of the proceedings. Representation will include: child custody/visitation proceedings, family offense proceedings, child neglect/abuse proceedings, termination of parental rights proceedings, and child support violation matters.

Responsibilities:
• Represents Family Court litigants as assigned by the Public Defender.
• Represents and counsels clients at every stage of the proceedings.
• Draft and file petitions as necessary to protect and advance the rights of clients.
• Prepares any appeal which is warranted under existing circumstances.

Qualifications:
• Admission to the Bar of the State of New York.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.

Application:
Please send resume through Indeed and/or to the office by mail at 97 Main Street, Suite 1, Delhi, NY 13753.

Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Schedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:
• admission to practice law in New York State (Required)

Work Location: In person

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS:
ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - FAMILY COURT

Are you looking to build your career as an attorney in an exciting office, engaging in rewarding and meaningful work? The Delaware County Public Defender's Office has an opening for an Assistant Public Defender in our Family Court Unit. Admission to the New York State Bar is required. A valid NYS Driver’s License is also required.
In this position, you will be representing individuals with low incomes eligible for assigned counsel services in Family Court, as assigned by the Public Defender. You will work with our clients at every stage of the proceedings. Representation will include: child custody/visitation proceedings, family offense proceedings, child neglect/abuse proceedings, termination of parental rights proceedings, and child support violation matters.
Responsibilities:
• Represents Family Court litigants as assigned by the Public Defender.
• Represents and counsels clients at every stage of the proceedings.
• Draft and file petitions as necessary to protect and advance the rights of clients.
• Prepares any appeal which is warranted under existing circumstances.
Qualifications:
• Admission to the Bar of the State of New York.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.
Application:
Please send resume through Indeed and/or to the office by mail at 97 Main Street, Suite 1, Delhi, NY 13753.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $70,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 24 per week
Schedule:
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
• admission to practice law in New York State (Required)
Work Location: In person