The selected public defense conflict counsel will provide legal representation for defendants assigned to each attorney at all pre-trial hearings, motions, trials, sentencing, reviews, and appeals to the point of filing. The attorney will provide criminal defense services and be available to speak with and/or meet with indigent defendants held at the Pierce County Jail in Tacoma and/or the Puyallup Jail. Legal services provided will include, but not be limited to, client and potential witness interviews, legal research, preparation and filing of pleadings, negotiations with the appropriate prosecutor or other agency and the court regarding possible dispositions, and preparation for and appearance at court proceedings. Performance of services shall in all respects comply with all applicable professional standards and the Washington State Supreme Court’s Standards for Indigent Defense (“Standards”). Expected Court Schedule: • Fircrest Municipal Court: Every Wednesday, from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. • Ruston Municipal Court: 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursday mornings of each month. • In-Custody Arraignments: Monday mornings, as needed. • Jury Trials: 2nd and 4th Thursdays, as scheduled. Other Information: • Approximately 1 to 3 cases are assigned per month. • The court agrees to schedule proceedings to accommodate attorney schedules as able. • Requires occasional client consultants from Pierce County Jail and Puyallup Jail. • Invoice for services paid monthly. • Accepting proposals for 2-3 conflict defense attorney positions
