Appellate Litigator (Deputy/Asst SG)

Georgia Department of Revenue; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Law, Office of the Solicitor General, is hiring Deputy Solicitor General and Assistant Solicitor General to serve as top litigators in Georgia's appellate practice. Responsibilities include managing cases, drafting briefs, and presenting oral argument before the United States Supreme Court, the Georgia Supreme Court, and the Eleventh Circuit.

Strong litigation experience, federal and state appellate knowledge, and a deep commitment to public service are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated aptitude for legal analysis, brief writing, and oral communication.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Georgia bar or willing to pursue admission.

Responsibilities

• Draft and file briefs in appellate courts such as the United States Supreme Court, Georgia Supreme Court, and Eleventh Circuit.
• Present oral argument in various appellate courts.
• Prepare amicus briefs on behalf of multistate coalitions.
• Review draft appellate briefs and participate in moots to prepare for argument.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda for the Attorney General, Solicitor General, and senior staff.

Skills

Legal analysis

Brief writing

Oral communication

Education

Law degree from an accredited law school

Admitted to Georgia bar (or willing to pursue)

Job description

The Georgia Department of Law, Office of the Solicitor General, is hiring Deputy Solicitor General and Assistant Solicitor General to serve as top litigators in Georgia's appellate practice. Responsibilities include managing cases, drafting briefs, and presenting oral argument before the United States Supreme Court, the Georgia Supreme Court, and the Eleventh Circuit.

Strong litigation experience, federal and state appellate knowledge, and a deep commitment to public service are highly valued.