Molly Novak

Molly Novak currently serves as an Assistant Public Defender at Hennepin Public Defender since August 2023, following a role as a Certified Student Practitioner in the Criminal & Juvenile Defense Clinic at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, where client representation includes various criminal and delinquency cases. Previous experience includes positions as a Law Clerk at Brandt Kettwick Defense, Student Attorney at Hennepin Public Defender, and roles related to advocacy and career navigation at the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development and the Minnesota Department of Corrections. Molly's foundational experience in supporting re-entry programs and guest services, coupled with a Doctor of Law degree from the University of St. Thomas and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Minnesota, highlights a strong commitment to legal practice and community support.