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Job-title file

Public Defense Assistant Attorney

Provide legal advice, draft and review documents, and represent the agency in legal matters.

648 employees hold this title in Public Defense Board. Median total compensation for the role is $109,226, above the department median of $99,952.

Employees
648
Role median
$109,226
Agency median
$99,952
Comparison
Above

What the records show

Role pay distribution

Pay distribution for this role

$3,762$161,688+

How total compensation varies among the 648 people in this role. Even for one job title, pay differs with seniority, step, overtime, and tenure. Each bar is a pay range; the far-right bar collects the highest earners.

Record list

Employees with this title

Highest-paid first / page 1

Benjamin Pieh

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$218,786
Sub-department
Eight District FT
Base pay
$178,743
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$40,043
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$218,786
Hire date
2011-09-06
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Kandiyohi

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
No
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

At Public Defense Board, Benjamin Pieh serves as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney within Eight District Ft. Their tenure dates to 2011, about 14 years, working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $218,786. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Justin Collins

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$198,335
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District
Base pay
$188,922
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$9,413
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$198,335
Hire date
2006-01-11
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Anoka

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
No
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Justin Collins works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Tenth Judicial District. Hired in 2006, they have about 19 years of service as a full-time employee. Justin earned $198,335 in 2025. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Jennifer Peterson

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$173,435
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District
Base pay
$173,435
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$0
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$173,435
Hire date
2006-05-31
Employment type
Part-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Bi-Weekly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
0.75
Work county
Anoka

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
No
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Bi-Weekly

At Public Defense Board, Jennifer Peterson serves as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney within Tenth Judicial District. Hired in 2006, they have about 19 years of service, working part-time, 0.75 FTE. Their 2025 pay totaled $173,435. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Tanya Bishop

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$168,807
Sub-department
Fourth District
Base pay
$168,807
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$0
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$168,807
Hire date
2001-05-21
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Hennepin

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

At Public Defense Board, Tanya Bishop serves as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney within Fourth District. They have served since 2001 (about 24 years), working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $168,807. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Krista Marks

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2024 total comp
$166,478
Sub-department
J52D410 - Prob Solv
Base pay
$162,531
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,947
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$166,478
Hire date
2016-09-20
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Hennepin

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2024
No
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Krista Marks works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within J52D410 - Prob Solv. They have served since 2016 (about 8 years) as a full-time employee. Krista earned $166,478 in 2024. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Rebecca Shaw

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$164,117
Sub-department
Sixth Judicial District
Base pay
$160,322
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$164,117
Hire date
2001-12-19
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
St Louis

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Rebecca Shaw works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Sixth Judicial District. They have served since 2001 (about 24 years) as a full-time employee. Rebecca earned $164,117 in 2025. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Suzanne Senecal-Hill

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Appellate Office 7
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2000-08-14
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Suzanne Senecal-Hill works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Appellate Office 7. Hired in 2000, they have about 25 years of service as a full-time employee. Suzanne earned $161,688 in 2025. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Veronica Surges

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Sixth Judicial District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2013-04-08
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
St Louis

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Veronica Surges holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Sixth Judicial District. Hired in 2013, they have about 12 years of service as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Gregory Renden

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Fourth District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2016-09-06
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Hennepin

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Gregory Renden holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Fourth District. They have served since 2016 (about 9 years) as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Laurel O'Rourke

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District 2
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2010-07-01
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Anoka

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Laurel O'Rourke holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Tenth Judicial District 2. Hired in 2010, they have about 15 years of service as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Carter Greiner

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Eighth Judicial District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1995-02-08
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Kandiyohi

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Carter Greiner works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Eighth Judicial District. Hired in 1995, they have about 30 years of service as a full-time employee. Carter earned $161,688 in 2025. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Kate Courtney

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Second District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2023-08-30
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Kate Courtney works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Second District. Hired in 2023, they have about 2 years of service as a full-time employee. Kate earned $161,688 in 2025. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

James Brue

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Ninth District - Crookston
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2022-08-17
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Beltrami

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

James Brue works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Ninth District - Crookston. They have served since 2022 (about 3 years) as a full-time employee. James earned $161,688 in 2025. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Lucien Cravens Jr

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Seventh District Detroit Lakes
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2019-06-12
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Stearns

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Lucien Cravens Jr holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Seventh District Detroit Lakes. Hired in 2019, they have about 6 years of service as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Emmett Wells

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Ninth Judical District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2018-07-25
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Dakota

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Emmett Wells holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Ninth Judical District. Their tenure dates to 2018, about 7 years as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Kevin Morrison

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District 2
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2014-01-15
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Anoka

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Kevin Morrison works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Tenth Judicial District 2. Hired in 2014, they have about 11 years of service as a full-time employee. Kevin earned $161,688 in 2025. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Julius Nolen

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
J52D410 - Prob Solv
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2012-11-28
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Hennepin

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Julius Nolen holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within J52D410 - Prob Solv. Their tenure dates to 2012, about 13 years as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Erik Withall

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Appellate Office 7
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2012-05-23
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Erik Withall holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Appellate Office 7. Hired in 2012, they have about 13 years of service as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

William Selman

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Fourth District-Isaacman
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2011-12-01
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Hennepin

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

William Selman holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Fourth District-Isaacman. Their tenure dates to 2011, about 14 years as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Robert Kolstad

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
J52D410 - Prob Solv
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2011-11-23
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Hennepin

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Robert Kolstad holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within J52D410 - Prob Solv. They have served since 2011 (about 14 years) as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Michael Carsten

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Second Judicial District FT
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2011-08-31
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Michael Carsten holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Second Judicial District Ft. Hired in 2011, they have about 14 years of service as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Greg Scanlan

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Appellate Office 1
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2008-08-18
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Greg Scanlan works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Appellate Office 1. Hired in 2008, they have about 17 years of service as a full-time employee. Greg earned $161,688 in 2025. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Joel Solie

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Fifth Judicial District 3
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2006-11-15
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Blue Earth

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Joel Solie is a Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Fifth Judicial District 3. Their tenure dates to 2006, about 19 years, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Stephen Lindee

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Fifth Judicial District 4
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2005-08-29
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Blue Earth

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Stephen Lindee works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Fifth Judicial District 4. Hired in 2005, they have about 20 years of service as a full-time employee. Stephen earned $161,688 in 2025. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Amy Lawler

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Appellate Office 2
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2005-05-16
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Amy Lawler is a Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Appellate Office 2. Hired in 2005, they have about 20 years of service, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $161,688. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Robert Bieniek

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District 4
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2016-01-09
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Anoka

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Robert Bieniek works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Tenth Judicial District 4. They have served since 2016 (about 9 years) as a full-time employee. Robert earned $161,688 in 2025. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Neil Fagerstrom

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Tenth District - North Branch2
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2001-12-26
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Isanti

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

At Public Defense Board, Neil Fagerstrom serves as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney within Tenth District - North Branch2. They have served since 2001 (about 24 years), working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Kathryn Cima

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Fourth District-Isaacman
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2001-10-08
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Hennepin

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

At Public Defense Board, Kathryn Cima serves as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney within Fourth District-Isaacman. They have served since 2001 (about 24 years), working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $161,688. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Christopher Zipko

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District 2
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2001-09-13
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Anoka

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Christopher Zipko works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Tenth Judicial District 2. Hired in 2001, they have about 24 years of service as a full-time employee. Christopher earned $161,688 in 2025. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Jessica Godes

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Appellate Office 7
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2000-06-05
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Jessica Godes holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Appellate Office 7. They have served since 2000 (about 25 years) as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Cheryl Sowada

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2000-02-16
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Dakota

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Cheryl Sowada is a Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Tenth Judicial District. They have served since 2000 (about 25 years), working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $161,688. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Bradley Peyton

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Fifth Judicial District 1
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1999-12-01
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Blue Earth

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Bradley Peyton is a Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Fifth Judicial District 1. Hired in 1999, they have about 26 years of service, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $161,688. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Gregory Davis

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District 1
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1999-11-10
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Anoka

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Gregory Davis holds the role of Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Tenth Judicial District 1. They have served since 1999 (about 26 years) as a full-time employee. In 2025, their total compensation was $161,688. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Gregory Sofio

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
First Judicial District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1999-02-10
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Dakota

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Gregory Sofio works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within First Judicial District. Hired in 1999, they have about 26 years of service as a full-time employee. Gregory earned $161,688 in 2025. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

John Schmid

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Sixth Judicial District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
2003-01-06
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
St Louis

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

At Public Defense Board, John Schmid serves as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney within Sixth Judicial District. Hired in 2003, they have about 22 years of service, working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $161,688. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Mark Giancola

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Tenth Judicial District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1998-01-07
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Anoka

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

At Public Defense Board, Mark Giancola serves as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney within Tenth Judicial District. They have served since 1998 (about 27 years), working full-time. Their 2025 pay totaled $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

David Connor

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Second District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1997-11-10
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Ramsey

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

David Connor works as a Public Defense Assistant Attorney for Public Defense Board within Second District. Their tenure dates to 1997, about 28 years as a full-time employee. David earned $161,688 in 2025. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Jan Nordmeyer

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Eighth Judicial District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1997-07-30
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Kandiyohi

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Jan Nordmeyer is a Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Eighth Judicial District. Their tenure dates to 1997, about 28 years, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $161,688. They are represented by Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Mark Miller

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
J52D426 - Felony 2
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1996-10-02
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
Hennepin

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Mark Miller is a Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within J52D426 - Felony 2. Hired in 1996, they have about 29 years of service, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $161,688. Union affiliation: Public Defense - Asst Attorney.

Keith Shaw

Public Defense Assistant Attorney/Public Defense Board

2025 total comp
$161,688
Sub-department
Sixth Judicial District
Base pay
$157,893
Overtime
$0
Other pay
$3,796
Benefits
$0
Total compensation
$161,688
Hire date
1996-07-10
Employment type
Full-Time
Pay grade
1
Union / bargaining unit
Public Defense - Asst Attorney
Pay basis
Hourly
Full-time equivalent (FTE)
1
Work county
St Louis

Source-specific fields

Active on June 30, 2025
Yes
Agency Number
J52
Bargaining Unit Number
300
Branch
Judicial
Branch Code
Judicial
Classified Code
Unclassified
Classified Status
Unclassified
Compensation Frequency Code
Hourly

Keith Shaw is a Public Defense Assistant Attorney at Public Defense Board within Sixth Judicial District. Hired in 1996, they have about 29 years of service, working full-time. 2025 total compensation came to $161,688. Their bargaining unit is Public Defense - Asst Attorney.