Assistant Public Defender 1 — Brunswick Circuit

Gapubdef; Brunswick (GA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brunswick Judicial Circuit Public Defender Office is seeking to fill an Assistant Public Defender 1 position. The caseload will include cases in the Superior Court, Juvenile Court, and Drug Court throughout the Circuit.

Applicants must be in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia and possess a Juris Doctorate; licensure to practice law in Georgia within one year or eligibility by reciprocity is required. Apply at care ers.georgia.gov and email a cover letter and resume to Stephen E.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university; license to practice law in the State of Georgia, or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination followed by licensure within one year of hire or by reciprocity.
• The emphasis will be placed upon the candidates’ demonstrated commitment to indigent defense.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients.
• Perform beginning-level professional legal work and may assist in cases of routine complexity.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university

Job description

## Attorney 1Apply: Brunswick: Full time: Posted 19 Days Ago: End Date: October 2, 2026 (10 days left to apply): JR0000004098Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! **Job Title:**Attorney 1**Agency:**Georgia Public Defender Council**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000004098**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Compensation Details:**$75,000.00**Job Description:**The Brunswick Judicial Circuit Public Defender Office is seeking to fill an Assistant Public Defender 1 position. The caseload will consist of cases in the Superior Court, Juvenile Court, and Drug Court throughout the Circuit. The circuit consists of five counties: Glynn, Camden, Wayne, Jett Davis, and Appling. Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position. Applicants must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. Emphasis will be placed upon the candidates’ demonstrated commitment to indigent defense.Interested applicants should apply on https://careers.georgia.gov/ and email a cover letter and resume to Stephen E. Tillman, Circuit Public Defender at [e-mail] of Duties: The Assistant Public Defender 1 will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. This position performs beginning-level professional legal work and may assist in cases of routine complexity. 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