Assistant Public Defender I — Indigent Defense

Georgia; Eton (GA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Public Defender Council in Georgia seeks an Assistant Public Defender 1 to provide zealous representation to indigent clients in Superior Court, Juvenile Court and Drug Court matters in the Brunswick Judicial Circuit.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate and GA bar licensure or eligibility within 1 year, plus active membership in the Georgia Bar. A demonstrated commitment to indigent defense is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and GA licensure or eligibility to sit for the GA Bar within 1 year.
• Must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
• Commitment to indigent defense.

Responsibilities

• Provide zealous representation to indigent clients.
• Perform beginning-level professional legal work and assist in cases of routine complexity.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Georgia Bar admission eligibility

Job description

Georgia Public Defender Council in Georgia seeks an Assistant Public Defender 1 to provide zealous representation to indigent clients in Superior Court, Juvenile Court and Drug Court matters in the Brunswick Judicial Circuit.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate and GA bar licensure or eligibility within 1 year, plus active membership in the Georgia Bar. A demonstrated commitment to indigent defense is emphasized.