Job Description

Position Description
Assistant Public Defender (Levels I-III)
Crossroads Defenders (CxD)
Victoria County, TX
Pay: $75,000 - $115,000+ Depending on Experience
Level I: 3L/Grad-2yrs
Level II: 2yr+
Level III: 5y+ Extensive criminal law experience
Effective Date: 8/15/25 - Until Filled
Apply: Email Resume and Cover Letter to bw@cxdtx.org
About Crossroads Defenders
Crossroads Defenders (CxD) is a new, holistic public defender's office serving Victoria, Jackson, Lavaca, and Refugio Counties in Texas. We represent indigent clients in criminal cases from juvenile offenses to non-capital felonies, aiming to be a model for rural defense. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, training, and techniques, we deliver strong advocacy while providing wrap-around services for employment, mental health, substance abuse, housing, and immigration needs. Join a collaborative team of attorneys, investigators, social workers, and support staff dedicated to client-centered justice in underserved communities.
About Victoria, Texas
Nestled in the Texas Coastal Bend, Victoria blends big-city amenities with small-town charm. Enjoy rich history, outdoor recreation, arts, diverse cuisine, a strong economy (healthcare, education, manufacturing), affordable housing, and top-rated schools. Just two hours from Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, it's the ideal crossroads for a high quality of life.
Job Summary
We seek passionate attorneys at all experience levels—from recent law grads/3Ls to seasoned trial lawyers—to provide high-quality representation to indigent clients. Handle misdemeanors, juveniles, and felonies; conduct investigations; develop strategies; advocate in court (hearings, trials, sentencings); draft motions; negotiate pleas; and collaborate on holistic defenses. Senior roles include mentoring juniors and complex case leadership. Thrive in a fast-paced environment committed to constitutional rights and community impact.
Essential Duties
Manage diverse caseloads, from misdemeanors/juveniles to serious felonies.
Investigate cases, research law, and build defense strategies.
Advocate zealously in court, including jury/bench trials and mental health dockets.
Collaborate with team for client-centered support.
Mentor staff (senior levels), engage in outreach, and contribute to office policies.
Maintain ethics, confidentiality, and professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice in Texas (or eligible/awaiting bar results).
Valid Texas driver's license and reliable vehicle.
Experience: Entry-level (

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