Assistant Public Defender 1

Georgia Department of Revenue; Dawson (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Public Defender Council in Georgia seeks an Assistant Public Defender 1 to represent indigent clients in criminal matters in Superior Court across the Northeastern Judicial Circuit, including Dawson County. The role requires strong commitment to public defense and the ability to manage complex cases from preparation through trial or resolution.

The Attorney will prepare and present cases, enter pleas, conduct legal research, draft complex documents, and handle plea compilations and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring or reciprocity.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent, diligent, and zealous legal representation to indigent clients.
• Handle serious and complex felony cases, including case strategy, investigation, motion practice, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Trial skills

Legal research

Case strategy

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Juris Doctorate

State Bar license

Job description

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Job Title:

Assistant Public Defender 1

Agency:

Georgia Public Defender Council

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000006763

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

Job Description:

The Northeastern Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assistant Public Defender 1 serving Dawson County. The Assistant Public Defender 1 will represent indigent clients in criminal matters in Superior Court. This role requires a strong commitment to public defense and the ability to manage complex cases from preparation through trial or resolution. This Assistant Public Defender will be responsible for preparing and presenting cases and entering pleas, conducting legal research, preparing and presenting complex documents, pleading compilation, orders, etc. Applicants must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.

Description of Duties:

The Assistant Public Defender 1 is responsible for providing competent, diligent, and zealous legal representation to indigent clients. This position serves as an experienced attorney, handling serious and complex felony cases, including case strategy, investigation, motion practice, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy. This role requires advanced legal judgment, strong trial skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal and factual issues.Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring or reciprocity (must obtain Law License).–Note: Some positions may not allow the eligibility clause

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.