ASSISTANT SOLICITOR II

Fulton County; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County's Solicitor General’s Department seeks an experienced attorney to review, prosecute, and resolve misdemeanor and lower-level felony cases. The role involves lead or supporting prosecution of cases, including bench and jury trials, plea negotiations, and coordination with law enforcement and victims.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctorate, is admitted to the Georgia Bar, and has a strong understanding of federal, state, and local criminal law, with the ability to manage complex

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required; three years as a practicing attorney or equivalent experience.
• Must be registered as a member of the Georgia State Bar Association and hold a valid Georgia driver's license.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws and codes; apply county policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bench and jury trials; argue motions; conduct openings and closings; present evidence.
• Investigate, evaluate, and prepare cases for trial; interview victims, law enforcement, and witnesses.
• Research case law; draft briefs, motions, and summaries; maintain case documentation.
• Prepare cases for arraignment; review file, jurisdiction, and probable cause; file charges.
• Negotiate pleas; coordinate with victims and partners; manage caseload and court calendars.
• Communicate with defense, judges, and partners; ensure timely updates and compliance.

Skills

Criminal law knowledge (federal, state

Bench and jury trial experience

Legal research and brief drafting

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree

Georgia State Bar Association membership

Tools

Case-management systems

Legal databases

Digital filing tools

Job description

UNCLASSIFIED EXEMPT POSITION

THE ASSIGNMENT IS IN THE SOLICITOR GENERAL’S DEPARTMENT

Starting Salary: To Commensurate with Education and Experience.

Please refrain from attaching personal and identifiable information: Driver’s License, Photo on Resumes, DD214, Vaccination Cards, etc. Resumes without photos are welcome.

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate Degree required; supplemented by three years of experience as a practicing attorney; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. A resume is required without photos. Please upload or attach to this application.

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.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position. Requires knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws and codes; policies and procedures governing Fulton County State Court, Magistrate Court, or other courts as assigned; and methods and techniques related to area of assignment.

Veterans’ Preference

Qualifying veterans will be given preference in the form of a guaranteed invitation to interview for any position to which they applied and have been found to have met the minimum qualifications. Veterans’ preference provides for hiring preference on initial appointment only. To see the full Fulton County Veterans’ Preference Policy and Procedure, please click here.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL BEFORE THEY ARE SUBMITTED. PLEASE REVIEW ALL APPLICATIONS FOR ACCURACY AND MAKE ALL CORRECTIONS BEFORE SUBMITTAL BECAUSE ERRORS CAN RESULT IN NOT MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED BY THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT.

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to review, investigate, accuse, and prosecute or resolve by plea misdemeanor criminal, lower-level felony, traffic offenses, and county code and ordinance violations cases on behalf of the citizens of Fulton County. This classification is distinguished within the series by the demonstrated ability to independently manage case assignments. Positions in this classification may be assigned to prosecute as lead attorney on misdemeanor criminal cases or lower-level felony cases of routine complexity or may assist in the prosecution of more complex cases.

Essential Functions:

Conducts or assists in the conduct of bench and jury trials, preliminary and pretrial hearings, and related courtroom proceedings: prepares and argues motions; conducts jury selection; makes opening and closing statements; presents evidence in court; questions witnesses; makes appropriate objections and arguments; and 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; subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial; anticipates legal issues; develops case strategies; presents cases to superiors or Solicitor General.

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. Coordinates with community partners and the public to support and promote criminal justice, code enforcement, and crime prevention initiatives: educates and informs the community about the criminal justice system; and conducts and attends meetings with schools, government organizations, healthcare providers, interest groups, or other community partners.

Communicates with defense attorneys, judges, law enforcement, investigators, legal support staff, victims, witnesses, supervisor, media, government officials, other employees, interns, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, present or exchange information, provide legal counsel and interpretation, or resolve problems.

Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives and reviews various documentation, including, police reports, witness statements, laboratory reports, criminal histories, defense motions, and case law updates; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation, including charging documents, recidivist notices, probation revocations, sentencing recommendations, motions and legal briefs, and departmental reports; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Additional Functions:

Performs other related duties as required.

For Applicants With Prior Military Service:

We strongly encourage veterans, prior military and transitioning service members to apply. Many of the competencies and transferable skills developed through military service directly support success in this role, including:

Leadership under pressure: Maintains composure and sound judgment when handling a high volume of cases or time-sensitive matters; Demonstrates the ability to make clear, confident decisions in fast-moving environments; Guides others—such as junior staff, interns, or collaborating departments—through complex or urgent situations.

Operational planning and execution: Organizes workloads efficiently by prioritizing cases, deadlines, and court obligations; Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth processing of legal actions and administrative tasks; Follows structured procedures while remaining attentive to accuracy, documentation requirements, and compliance.

Adaptability and rapid problem solving: Adjusts quickly to new case developments, shifting priorities, and evolving legal or procedural requirements; Analyzes information rapidly to identify options, resolve issues, and recommend effective next steps; Responds constructively to unexpected challenges such as schedule changes, incomplete information, or emergent case needs.

Team cohesion and communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with colleagues, law enforcement, court personnel, and community partners; Builds cooperative working relationships that support shared goals and timely case movement; Uses active listening, clarification, and consistent updates to maintain alignment across teams.

Safety and risk awareness: Recognizes potential risks associated with case decisions, documentation, or courtroom activities and takes appropriate precautions; Applies policies and procedures that protect confidentiality, data security, and organizational integrity; Identifies when to escalation concerns or seek guidance to prevent operational or compliance risks.

Technical and equipment proficiency: Utilizes case-management systems, legal databases, and digital filing tools with accuracy and efficiency; Prepares, organizes, and reviews digital documents, evidence, and records using standard office technology; Applies strong attention to detail in electronic workflows to ensure completeness and data integrity.

Performance Aptitudes:

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to coordinate, manage, and/or correlate data. Includes exercising judgment in determining time, place and/or sequence of operations, referencing data analyses to determine necessity for revision of organizational components, and in the formulation of operational strategy.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide formal instruction through explanation, demonstration, and/or examination in a structured setting.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize consulting and advisory data and information, as well as reference, descriptive and/or design data and information as applicable.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to calculate fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or synthesis functions; to deal with several concrete and abstract variables; and to analyze major problems that require complex planning for interrelated activities that can span one or several work units.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving broader aspects of organizational programs and operations, moderately unstable situations, or the direction, control and planning of an entire program or set of programs.

It is the policy of Fulton County that there will be equal opportunity for every citizen, employee and applicant, based upon merit without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, genetics, disability or sexual orientation.