Assistant Solicitor Attorney I

Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia; Morrow (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Fulton County Solicitor-General is seeking a motivated, service-driven attorney to join our team. This entry-level role offers courtroom exposure, mentorship from seasoned prosecutors, and a chance to serve the citizens of Fulton County.

Ideal candidates will pursue strong litigation skills, dedication to justice, and a commitment to public service in a fast-paced criminal justice environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
• One year of experience in criminal justice, legal, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education, training or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in bench and jury trials, preliminary and pretrial hearings, and related courtroom proceedings; prepare and argue motions; assist with jury selection, opening and closing statements, evidence presentation, and witness questioning; make bond and sentencing recommendations.
• Investigate, evaluate, and prepare cases for trial; request and inspect records and evidence; prepare graphics and exhibits; prepare and serve discovery; interview victims, law enforcement and witnesses; observe crime scenes; review scientific results; subpoena witnesses and prepare them for trial; interview expert witnesses; develop case strategies; present cases to superiors.
• Conduct case research and documentation; research relevant case law; write briefs and motions; draft complaints, accusations, discovery, and supporting documents.
• Prepare cases for accusal and arraignment; review case file and facts; review criminal histories; determine diversion, dismissal or charges; check jurisdiction and venue; ensure probable cause; draft formal charges.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

The Office of the Fulton County Solicitor-General is seeking a motivated and service-driven attorney to join our team. This entry-level professional role offers the opportunity to support victims and gain extensive courtroom experience while working under the guidance of seasoned prosecutors. Ideal candidates are committed to justice, eager to develop strong litigation skills, and ready to serve the citizens of Fulton County.

Job Summary

• Assists in the conduct of bench and jury trials, preliminary and pretrial hearings, and related courtroom proceedings: prepares and argues motions; may assist with jury selection, opening and closing statements, evidence presentation, and witness questioning; makes bond and sentencing recommendations.
• Investigates, evaluates, and prepares cases for trial: requests and inspects records and evidence; prepares graphics and exhibits; prepares and serves discovery; makes investigative requests; interviews victims, law enforcement, and witnesses; observes crime scenes; obtains and reviews scientific results and analysis; subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial; determines need for, procures, and interviews expert witnesses; anticipates legal issues; assists in the development of case strategies; presents cases to superiors.
• Conducts case research and documentation: researches relevant case law and interprets in relation to the facts of the case; prepares briefs and motions and responses to same; writes case summaries; drafts complaints, accusations, discovery, and supporting documents.
• Prepares cases for accusal and arraignment: reviews case file and analyze the facts and evidence of the case; reviews criminal histories of defendants; determines appropriateness of diversion, dismissal or charges; reviews accuracy of jurisdiction, venue, and scope of arrest powers; ensures sufficient probable cause; drafts formal charges; and requests bindovers.
• Conducts pre-trial case resolution: conducts plea negotiations; mediates between adverse parties; pleads case in court; and completes restitution requests.
• Communicates and serves as a liaison with victims, family, witnesses, and community partners: provides updates regarding case status; requests victim advocates and assists them as needed; and explains and advises regarding the investigative and judicial process.
• Manages caseload: attends scheduled court appearances, including plea and arraignment, status, case management, final plea, motions, and trial calendar and schedules trial and hearing dates with judges and case managers.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Juris Doctorate Degree required; supplemented by one year(s) of experience in criminal justice, legal, or generally related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required

Must be registered as a member of the Georgia State Bar Association. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience