Open Role for Public Defender in Hancock County

Hancock County, Illinois, is accepting applications for the position of Public Defender. All applicants must provide proof of a valid Illinois law license, be in good standing with the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, and have prior criminal law experience. Hancock County is located in West Central Illinois. The County Seat is Carthage, Illinois.

The application is available online at www.9thjudicial.org and should be mailed to:

In order to be considered for the position, the application must be received by January 30, 2026. The anticipated start date is March 14, 2026. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Hancock County Judge’s Chambers at (217) 357-2515.