The Cuyahoga County Public Defender (Cuyahoga County Public Defender) has openings for two Assistant Public Defender positions. Apply by Friday, August 11, 2023 at 4:30pm ET. Appellate Division: ow.ly/XaKK50Poubk Juvenile Division: ow.ly/srVj50Poubl

OPD’s Wrongful Conviction Project staff welcomed exoneree Kim Hoover to speak to summer interns about being sentenced to prison for a crime she did not commit. Kim also shared insight & advice as our students begin their legal careers. #AdvocatingFightingHelping #TeamOPD

We are seeking two law student interns to work in our Wrongful Conviction Project for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year. Deadline to apply is Sunday, August 30. For more information and to apply, visit dasstateoh.taleo.net/careersection/… #JoinTeamOPD #nowhiring #applytoday

The OPD was proud to sponsor & participate in Ohio's renewed trial school! Shout out to the Montgomery County Public Defense for providing an awesome week of training! And shout out to the attorneys from across the state who engaged in this opportunity! #publicdefenders #raisingthebar

If your family member has been arrested, it can be overwhelming and upsetting, but there are steps you can take to help the family member and yourself. Learn more: ohiolegalhelp.org/blog-family-me… Ohio Public Defender

We are seeking a Legislative Policy Manager/Attorney (Liaison Officer 2) in our Policy and Outreach Division. Deadline to apply is September 5. For more information, visit dasstateoh.taleo.net/careersection/…… #JoinTeamOPD #nowhiring #applytoday

Are you, or someone you know, looking for advice on how to renew an expired visa and/or green card? @ablelawinc Able Advocates for Basic Legal Equality is hosting an asylum info session on August 29. Session will be held in English, Spanish, and Swahili.

Shout out to Heather Pugh - OPD Program Administrator for hosting a Q&A about military service options for youth with prior involvement in the justice system. Our thanks to the military members who took time to advise & to Ohio Department of Youth Services staff who attended to learn more. #reentry

OPD is currently looking to fill the positions listed below. For more information & deadlines to apply, click on the links. #TeamOPD #nowhiring #applytoday Managing Counsel—Intake/Prison Legal Services: bit.ly/3PkrIaP; APD—Death Penalty Dept.: bit.ly/3syATLE

Federal student loans started accruing interest again on Sept. 1, 2023, and payments will be due starting in October 2023. There are several new programs that can help borrowers restarting payments, learn more: ohiolegalhelp.org/topic/student-…

The Cuyahoga County Public Defender (Cuyahoga County Public Defender) is hiring an Assistant Public Defender in their Municipal Division. The minimum salary is $74,020. All applications must be submitted by Thursday, September 15, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. ET: ow.ly/gefu50PJTy6

After 27 years in prison for a crime he did not commit, WCP client Artillis Gibson walked free this month after he was released on parole! He was welcomed home by many friends and family, and he will continue to challenge his wrongful conviction.

¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! #HispanicHeritageMonth runs from Sept. 15-Oct. 15. The observation began in 1968 as a week, growing to a 30-day span by 1988 when Public Law 100-402 was approved.

OPD Assistant Director Elizabeth Miller is serving on faculty at Florida’s Executive Leadership Institute this week. The conference has leaders coming together from all across the state to learn coaching, management and leadership skills. #publicdefenders #leadership

If you or your family can't afford enough food, you may be eligible for help. Learn more about Ohio’s free and low-cost food help programs including SNAP: ohiolegalhelp.org/topic/food-SNAP

We are now hiring for an Administrative Professional 1 in our Athens office. For more information, visit dasstateoh.taleo.net/careersection/… #TeamOPD #nowhiring #applytoday

We are seeking an assistant public defender in our Ross County office. For more information, visit dasstateoh.taleo.net/careersection/… #JoinTeamOPD #nowhiring #applytoday

The Franklin County Public Defender has an opening for a social worker. See below for more information. #publicdefense #nowhiring #applytoday

Sealing your criminal record can help you move forward with fewer barriers in life. Learn more about eligibility and how to seal a criminal record in Ohio. ohiolegalhelp.org/topic/seal-cri…

We are seeking a student intern for our Wrongful Conviction Project. Deadline to apply is October 23. For more information, visit dasstateoh.taleo.net/careersection/… #JoinTeamOPD #applytoday