Assistant Solicitor IAssistant Solicitor II

Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia; Morrow (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dekalb County Solicitor-General’s Office in Georgia seeks attorneys to join our team. The duties include evaluating cases, reviewing files, determining diversion or charges, preparing for hearings, and representing the State in court proceedings.

Preferred qualifications: Juris Doctorate; one year of criminal justice or related experience; must have and maintain Georgia bar licensure and a valid Georgia driver's license. This position offers challenging casework in a public service environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree required.
• One year of criminal justice, legal, or related experience.
• Georgia Bar licensure and driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial case evaluations.
• Review case files, analyze facts and evidence.
• Prepare for court hearings and arraignments.
• Represent clients or the State in court proceedings.
• Negotiate and present plea resolutions.

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree

Georgia State Bar licensure

Georgia driver's license

Job description

Dekalb County Solicitor-General’s Office

The Dekalb County Solicitor-General’s Office is looking for Attorneys to join our team. The duties of the position include the following but are not limited to:

• Conducts initial case evaluations as assigned.
• Reviews case files and analyzes case facts and evidence.
• Assesses client eligibility and needs, when applicable.
• Reviews criminal histories.
• Determines the appropriateness of diversion, dismissal, or charges.
• Reviews jurisdiction, venue, and scope of arrest powers for accuracy.
• Prepares or reviews charges and discovery materials.
• Prepares for court hearings and arraignments.
• Investigates, analyzes, and prepares assigned cases for hearings and trials.
• Interviews clients in and out of custody, when applicable.
• Requests and reviews records and evidence.
• Prepares graphics and exhibits for court proceedings.
• Makes investigative requests and follows up on leads.
• Obtains and reviews scientific results and analyses.
• Identifies and interviews witnesses and verifies alibis.
• Observes crime scenes as necessary.
• Subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial.
• Prepares clients for trial, when applicable.
• Determines the need for expert witnesses and assists with procuring and interviewing them.
• Assesses the need for psychological or psychiatric evaluations of clients.
• Anticipates potential legal issues and assists in developing case strategies.
• Presents cases to supervisors for review.
• Represents clients or the State of Georgia in court proceedings, including arraignments, preliminary and pre-trial hearings, motion hearings, jury and bench trials, probation and sentencing proceedings, and post-adjudication/post-conviction hearings.
• Represents clients or the State in alternative and diversion programs, specialty courts, and related proceedings.
• Prepares and argues motions and presents evidence.
• Negotiates and presents plea resolutions.
• Negotiates on behalf of clients at all stages of proceedings, when applicable.
• Advises clients or victims regarding the acceptance or rejection of plea offers.
• Assists with jury selection and opening and closing statements.
• Presents evidence and questions witnesses during court proceedings.
• Makes bond and sentencing recommendations as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications: Juris Doctorate Degree required; one year of experience in criminal justice, legal, or 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 possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license; and must possess and maintain licensure from the Georgia State Bar Association.