Assistant Solicitor II

Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Fulton County Solicitor-General is seeking an experienced Assistant Solicitor II to prosecute misdemeanor and traffic offenses, manage a diverse caseload, and uphold fair and efficient justice. The role emphasizes strong courtroom skills, sound legal judgment, and community service with professionalism and integrity.

Responsibilities include conducting trials, investigating and preparing cases, performing legal research, drafting charging documents, negotiating pleas, and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree required; supplemented by four to eight years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct or assist with bench and jury trials, preliminary and pretrial hearings, and related courtroom proceedings; prepare and argue motions, conduct voir dire, deliver opening and closing statements, present evidence, examine witnesses, and make bond and sentencing recommendations.

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree

Job description

The Office of the Fulton County Solicitor-General is seeking an experienced and highly capable Assistant Solicitor II to prosecute misdemeanor and traffic offenses, manage a diverse caseload, and uphold the fair and efficient administration of justice. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong courtroom skills, sound legal judgement, and a commitment to serving the community with professionalism and integrity.

Job Summary:

• Conduct or assist with bench and jury trials, preliminary and pretrial hearings, and related courtroom proceedings; prepare and argue motions, conduct voir dire, deliver opening and closing statements, present evidence, examine witnesses, and make bond and sentencing recommendations.
• Investigate, evaluate, and prepare cases for trial by reviewing records and evidence, preparing exhibits, serving discovery, interviewing victims and witnesses, conducting crimescene observations, issuing subpoenas, and developing case strategies.
• Perform legal research and prepare written materials, including briefs, motions, case summaries, complaints, accusations, discovery, and other supporting documents.
• Prepare cases for accusal and arraignment by reviewing evidence, criminal histories, jurisdictional issues, and probable cause; determine appropriate charges, diversion, or dismissal; and draft formal charging documents.
• Conduct pretrial case resolution, including plea negotiations, mediation between parties, courtroom pleas, and preparation of restitution requests.
• Serve as a liaison to victims, families, witnesses, and community partners; provide case updates, request victim advocates, and explain investigative and judicial processes.
• Manage a full caseload and attend all required court appearances, including arraignments, status hearings, case management, motions, and trial calendars; coordinate scheduling with judges and case managers.
• Collaborate with community partners to support criminal justice, code enforcement, and crimeprevention initiatives; participate in outreach, education, and community meetings.
• Communicate effectively with defense counsel, judges, law enforcement, investigators, legal staff, victims, witnesses, media, government officials, and the public to coordinate case activity and resolve issues.
• Process and prepare legal documentation in accordance with established procedures, including police reports, witness statements, lab reports, criminal histories, motions, charging documents, sentencing recommendations, and departmental reports; maintain accurate electronic and hardcopy records.

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate Degree required; supplemented by four to eight 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.

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience