CPCS is seeking Social Services Advocates for its Boston and Malden offices. As an integral part of the defense team, Social Services Advocates work closely with attorneys, investigators, and other key defense players to obtain the best possible legal and life outcomes for our clients. Join the fight. Boston - https://lnkd.in/dzbF9raC Malden - https://lnkd.in/dbr7pnYF
Committee for Public Counsel Services
Law Practice
Boston, MA 3,882 followers
Courage • Accountability • Respect • Excellence
About us
The Committee is a 15-member body appointed by the Governor, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the President of the Senate, and the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. It oversees the provision of legal representation to indigent persons in criminal and civil cases and administrative proceedings in which there is a right to counsel. We provide legal representation in Massachusetts for those unable to afford an attorney in all matters in which the law requires the appointment of counsel. This includes representation in criminal, delinquency, youthful offender, child welfare, mental health, sexually dangerous person and sex offender registry cases, as well as related appeals and post-conviction matters. Representation is provided by a combination of approximately 500 staff attorneys and 3,000 private attorneys trained and certified to accept appointments. Support for and supervision of these attorneys is provided by the Private Counsel and Public Defender Divisions (for criminal cases and related matters), the Children and Family Law Division (for child welfare cases), the Youth Advocacy Division (for delinquency, youthful offender, and GCL revocation cases), and the Mental Health Litigation Division (for guardianships and mental health/substance abuse commitments). Additionally, the Immigration Impact Unit provides attorneys within all divisions with training, litigation support and advice in individual cases regarding immigration consequences for noncitizens clients.
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http://www.publiccounsel.net/
External link for Committee for Public Counsel Services
- Industry
- Law Practice
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Boston, MA
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Criminal Law, Juvenile Delinquency, Children and Family Law Division (CAFL), and and Mental Health Litigation
Locations
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Primary
44 Bromfield Street
Boston, MA 02108, US
Employees at Committee for Public Counsel Services
Updates
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Our CPCS Private Attorney Outreach team had a wonderful time at the Greater Newburyport Bar Association's 7th Annual CLE by the Sea. Pictured are Colleen Brady, Committee Member Toni Hall, and Kateen Kumar at the Blue Ocean Event Center in Salisbury Beach, MA. The event provided a valuable opportunity for professional development and networking with solo and small firm attorneys from across New England.
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CPCS is seeking an Investigator for the Roxbury Defenders Unit. Investigators conduct criminal defense investigations and aid in trial preparation for CPCS Trial Attorneys in Municipal and Superior Court cases in Suffolk County. Apply today. https://lnkd.in/dkks9VCq
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CPCS's Administrative Assistant IV is an essential member of the management team in the Public Defender Division. They handle the high-level responsibilities necessary to support the Deputy Chief Counsel in the day-to-day duties of overseeing and operating the Division. Apply today. https://lnkd.in/dUTa_MeZ
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CPCS is seeking an attorney for its Children and Family Law Division’s Trial Panel Support Unit. Apply today to help CPCS clients in family regulation/child welfare cases. https://lnkd.in/ebzTmriJ
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CPCS is seeking a talented and experienced attorney to work in its Children and Family Law Division’s Pittsfield office. Join the fight. Apply today. https://lnkd.in/dxixghpc
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CPCS is seeking an Administrative Assistant for its Children and Family Law Division office in Worcester. CAFL provides legal representation to children and indigent parents in family regulation cases. Apply today. https://lnkd.in/dzN7nZ9i
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CPCS is seeking a Supervising Staff Attorney to manage a team of talented attorneys at its Children and Family Law Division’s Springfield office. Join the fight. Apply today. https://lnkd.in/dkN62Rsy
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CPCS's Youth Advocacy Division (YAD) is accepting applications for its Juvenile Appeals Panel Certification Training. We seek qualified attorneys to advocate for youth in appellate and post-adjudication matters. Applications are due by Sept. 20, 2024. The YAD Appeals hybrid training includes a virtual session on Nov. 7, 2024, and an in-person session on Nov. 14, 2024. Make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Apply today!
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CPCS's Mental Health Litigation Division is accepting applications for its Fall 2024 Civil Commitment Panel certification training. We seek diverse, qualified attorneys to represent individuals in civil commitment and related forced medication hearings. Gain litigation experience and provide zealous, client-centered advocacy for our clients. Applications are due by July 26, 2024 but will be accepted on a rolling basis until the training is filled. The MHLD hybrid training program includes both virtual and in-person sessions, followed by mock trials, from September 10 to October 10, 2024. Join us in making a difference!