Assistant Public Defender 2 — Northeastern Circuit

Gapubdef; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Assistant Public Defender 2 in the Hall County region to represent indigent clients in Superior Court with zealous advocacy and professional integrity.

The position requires a Juris Doctorate, active Georgia bar status or eligibility, and at least one year of relevant legal experience; duties include case handling, client counseling, and collaboration with the public defender team.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• Active license to practice law in Georgia or eligibility to sit for the Georgia Bar.
• Within one year of hiring, licensure in Georgia; or eligibility for reciprocity.
• Minimum of one year of relevant legal experience (Attorney 1 level).

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent clients in Superior Court with zealous advocacy.
• Develop attorney-client relationships and explain clients' rights.
• Perform beginning-level professional legal work and assist with routine cases.
• Participate in related duties as required.

Skills

Legal reasoning

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctorate

Georgia Bar admission or eligibility

1 year of relevant legal experience / Attorney 1 level

Job description

## Attorney 2Apply: Gainesville: Full time: Posted 18 Days Ago: End Date: October 3, 2026 (11 days left to apply): JR0000004163Explore 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 2**Agency:**Georgia Public Defender Council**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000004163**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Compensation Details:**$82,000.00**Job Description:**The Northeastern Circuit Public Defender's Office is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender 2 for Hall County. The primary duties include representing indigent clients with criminal cases in Superior Court. Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position. To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university. Applicants must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.Interested applicants should apply on https://careers.georgia.gov/ and submit a cover letter and resume to Mark Alexander at [e-mail].**Description of Duties**: The Assistant Public Defender 2 will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. Develops trusting and supportive attorney-client relationships. Explains and advises clients regarding their rights, and the investigative and judicial process. 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 and one (1) year of relevant legal experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 1 (LEP020).**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.