Assistant Federal Public Defender

Court Name/Organization Illinois Central Federal Public Defender Overview of the Position The Federal Public Defender for the Central District of Illinois is accepting applications for the permanent position of Assistant Federal Public Defender in the Rock Island Division. The office is in the new Federal Courthouse located in downtown Rock Island, Illinois. Rock Island is part of the Quad Cities area along the Illinois/Iowa border that flanks the Mississippi River. The Federal Public Defender's Office provides defense services in federal criminal cases and related matters in federal court pursuant to the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. Section 3006A. Our office is committed to providing the highest level of representation to our clients. The outside practice of law is prohibited. Location Rock Island, IL Opening and Closing Dates 01/16/2026 - Open Until Filled Appointment Type Permanent Salary Not specified Link to Court Careers Information https://ilc.fd.org/employment Link to Job Announcement