29th Judicial Circuit Public Defender Corporation

02/12/2025

Judge Richardson's Arraignments will start at 10 am. For any other hearing please check with your attorney or the Court.

10/15/2024

Are you looking to make a difference? We are hiring an Assistant Public Defender for Pocahontas County. The office is in Marlinton, WV in the heart of the Monongahela National Forest. It's close to Snowshoe Resort's world class skiing and mountain biking. Seconds from the Greenbrier River Trail and the county is covered with great places to hunt and fish. This is a great opportunity to work and live in an outdoor paradise. It's also home to the Greenbank Observatory and has a surprising local music scene. Message for more information and apply on indeed.
https://www.indeed.com/job/attorney-lawyer-98f7618491046aaf

10/08/2024

If you are in recovery and need some support or are looking to start your recovery journey you should check this out. Yale University's ONLINE therapy CBT4CBT has been shown to reduce abstinence more than traditional CBT. If you are thinking, yeah, but I can't get to Yale or afford it- GOOD NEWS. CBT4CBT is available online in WV.

Read the full press release here or check out the connections app on the Apple App store or Google Play.

A recent pivotal study published in JAMA Network Open has revealed that Yale University's digital cognitive behavioral program, CBT4CBT, significantly improves alcohol abstinence compared to traditional CBT. Participants in the 8-month study saw a remarkable 50% increase in the number of days they remained abstinent, outperforming those receiving standard outpatient care.

CBT4CBT is exclusively integrated into CHESS Health's Connections app, a key component of our eRecovery solution. This evidence-based digital tool offers comprehensive features such as interactive exercises, engaging videos, and quizzes that help strengthen coping mechanisms for individuals facing substance use disorders and mental health challenges.

Key Benefits of Digital CBT:
Positive and Lasting Outcomes: Results that meet or exceed traditional therapy.
Expanded Reach: Reach more patients while reducing your workload.
Effective Treatment Option: Can be used as an add-on or as a stand-alone solution.
Affordability and Accessibility: Available on various digital devices, making it cost-effective and easy to access.
Stronger Retention: Improved retention of CBT concepts among patients.
Customization: Tailored modules for diverse demographics and cultures.
Additionally, Digital CBT enhances access to evidence-based tools for patients while easing the demands on clinical providers who may lack the time or resources for traditional CBT.

Click here to learn more about CHESS Health’s eRecovery solution including the Digital CBT module within the Connections app.

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10/02/2024

Are you looking to make a difference? We are hiring an Assistant Public Defender for Pocahontas County. The office is in Marlinton, WV in the heart of the Monongahela National Forest. It's close to Snowshoe Resort's world class skiing and mountain biking. Seconds from the Greenbrier River Trail and the county is covered with great places to hunt and fish. This is a great opportunity to work and live in an outdoor paradise. Message for more information and apply on indeed.
https://www.indeed.com/job/attorney-lawyer-98f7618491046aaf

09/26/2024

https://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/destinations/north-america/adventure-guide-west-virginia/

Check out this article about how many awesome things there are to do within an hour of Marlinton, West Virginia. Then apply to the new Assistant Public Defender for Marlington.

The Mountain State has it all: rivers, 36 state parks, nine state forests, our newest national park, and a nearly million-acre national forest. Our travel expert reveals his favorite ways to get outside here.

09/24/2024

The provider for our SMS/Text Messages system is having problems. If you need to reach us please call or use facebook messenger.

09/12/2024

We are still hiring, if you know someone who would be interested in being a Public Defender in Pocahontas County please send them this link.

11th Judicial Circuit Public Defender Corp.

08/28/2024

Legal Aid WV (which is a separate organization) just announced a new resource for Renter's Rights. If you have questions about your rights a tenant, check it out and ask for help if you think your need it.

https://legalaidwv.org/renters-rights-west-virginia/

Learn about your rights as a renter, including leases, evictions, bad housing conditions, moving, mobile homes, personal property, and more.

08/21/2024

The 11th Judicial Circuit is getting a Family Treatment Court. Assistant Public Defender Carin Kramer and Deputy Public Defender Martha Fleshman conducted training for local attorneys working in the Family Treatment Court.

08/15/2024

If you were incarcerated at Southern Regional Jail you should check this out and see if you are eligible.

https://www.wvnstv.com/news/attorneys-establish-website-for-claimants-of-southern-regional-jail-lawsuit-settlement/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2s_YmYDKflP0AEU1iX4MCzZg1bLCUuW__0tZJux3NlviQNEJkdRZzF-8U_aem_RCylz6hJfkJSr1YIoZkZEw

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A federal judge has granted preliminary approval of a $4 million class action lawsuit settlement with the State of West Virginia filed by inmates against Southern Regiona…

07/03/2024

We will be closed in both locations on Thursday, July 4, 2024 and Friday, July 5, 2024.