Assistant Public Defender IV - Felony Trial Expert

State-of-Georgi; Clarkesville (GA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mountain Judicial Circuit job opening seeks an Assistant Public Defender IV in Habersham County to provide zealous representation for indigent clients in major felony cases. The attorney independently handles litigation strategy, investigations, motions, and trial preparation in state court.

Required are a Juris Doctorate and Georgia bar admission with substantial courtroom experience. Responsibilities include handling complex litigation, drafting pleadings, and courtroom advocacy in a

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in Georgia or eligibility to sit for the Georgia Bar.
• Substantial criminal litigation and jury trial experience indicated.
• Ability to prepare and try cases, research, and draft complex legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent clients in criminal matters before Superior Court.
• Prepare and try cases, negotiate pleas, and conduct legal research.
• Draft and present complex pleadings, orders, and other legal documents.
• Manage all aspects of litigation, including case strategy and courtroom advocacy.

Skills

Criminal litigation

Jury trial experience

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

The Mountain Judicial Circuit job opening seeks an Assistant Public Defender IV in Habersham County to provide zealous representation for indigent clients in major felony cases. The attorney independently handles litigation strategy, investigations, motions, and trial preparation in state court.

Required are a Juris Doctorate and Georgia bar admission with substantial courtroom experience. Responsibilities include handling complex litigation, drafting pleadings, and courtroom advocacy in a