I have a job opportunity question! I currently work in private practice firm and have a chance to possibly change it up. I am intrigued in working for my State Public Defender Office. The pay is the same (possibly better) and the benefits are INSANELY better... so Pros/Cons? Any advice or something you suggest I think over? TIA!

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Can’t speak to much but if you’re being paid what a public defender para is paid… you should find a new job regardless. Good luck!

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If your heart's in working for the PD, I guess go for it. But if you're doing it for the pay/benefits, I'd recommend thinking about the long term career ramifications and also the clients you're going to represent.

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The PD is generally viewed as an undesirable place where people defend criminals. That's a turn-off for a lot of people, including employers.

It doesn't have the same prestige factor as the DA, DOJ, etc.

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