Assistant Public Defender 4 — Northeastern Circuit

Gapubdef; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Public Defender Council in Gainesville is seeking an Assistant Public Defender IV to represent indigent clients in criminal matters before the Superior Court. The role emphasizes handling serious felonies with expert trial skills and strategic litigation.

The attorney will independently manage all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, investigation, motion practice, and courtroom advocacy, while maintaining high professional standards and licensure requirements with the Georgia

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and Georgia license or eligibility to sit for the Georgia Bar within one year of hire.
• Three years of relevant legal experience, or experience at the Attorney 3 level.
• Strong commitment to indigent defense and good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent clients in criminal matters before Superior Court, including serious felonies.
• Develop case strategy, conduct investigations, and prepare and present motions and pleadings.
• Perform courtroom advocacy and trial preparation with zeal and professionalism.
• Draft complex legal documents and provide effective legal research to support cases.

Skills

Criminal litigation

Jury trial experience

Indigent defense commitment

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Georgia Bar admission or eligibility

Job description

## Attorney 4Apply: Gainesville: Full time: Posted 18 Days Ago: End Date: October 3, 2026 (11 days left to apply): JR0000004152Explore 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 4**Agency:**Georgia Public Defender Council**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000004152**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Compensation Details:****Job Description:**The Northeastern Judicial Circuit is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender IV in Hall County. This position primarily involves representing indigent clients in criminal matters before Superior Court. Qualified candidates must possess the skills and experience necessary to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. Responsibilities include preparing and trying cases, negotiating and entering pleas, conducting legal research, and drafting and presenting complex legal documents such as pleadings and orders. Applicants must demonstrate substantial criminal litigation and jury trial experience. Candidates must also be in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia and show a strong commitment to indigent defense work.Interested applicants should apply on https://careers.georgia.gov/ and submit a cover letter and resume to Mark Alexander at [e-mail] of Duties: The Assistant Public Defender IV is responsible for providing competent, diligent, and zealous legal representation to indigent clients. This position serves as an expert-level attorney, handling serious, high-profile, and complex felony cases, including the most significant matters assigned within the office. The attorney will independently manage all aspects of litigation, 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 assigned.**Minimum Qualifications:**Juris Doctorate in a related area 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 three (3) years of relevant legal experience; or three (3) years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 3 (LEP022).**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.