Assistant Public Defender — Barrow County

Georgia; Washington (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia invites applications for an Assistant Public Defender 1 in Barrow County. The attorney will provide competent legal representation to indigent clients throughout all criminal proceedings, from arraignment to sentencing, in the Piedmont Judicial Circuit.

Required: Juris Doctorate and active Georgia bar membership. Responsibilities include courtroom advocacy, case preparation, discovery review, and collaboration with the Public Defender's Office to ensure ethical, effective

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and Georgia bar eligibility.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws.
• Ability to prepare cases for hearings and trials with diligence.

Responsibilities

• Attend court appearances and manage case files and calendars.
• Represent clients in arraignments, hearings, and trials with zealous advocacy.
• Review discovery, interview clients, and organize evidence and witnesses.
• Develop defense theories and case strategies with mitigation where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with clients.

Skills

Criminal Law

Courtroom Advocacy

Legal Research

Communication Skills

Ethical Conduct

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Case Management Systems

Job description

The State of Georgia invites applications for an Assistant Public Defender 1 in Barrow County. The attorney will provide competent legal representation to indigent clients throughout all criminal proceedings, from arraignment to sentencing, in the Piedmont Judicial Circuit.

Required: Juris Doctorate and active Georgia bar membership. Responsibilities include courtroom advocacy, case preparation, discovery review, and collaboration with the Public Defender's Office to ensure ethical, effective