Attorney 1

State-of-Georgi; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia invites applicants for the Assistant Public Defender I position in the Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office. The role focuses on representing indigent clients in criminal matters before the Superior Court and requires active membership with the State Bar of Georgia.

Qualified applicants must possess a Juris Doctor degree and be licensed to practice law in Georgia, or eligible for licensure within one year, with a strong commitment to indigent defense.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed to practice law in Georgia or eligible to sit for the Georgia Bar within one year of hire.
• Strong commitment to indigent defense.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent clients in criminal matters before the Superior Court.
• Provide competent, zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients.

Skills

Juris Doctorate

State Bar of Georgia

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Attorney 1
Job Requisition ID: JR0000001475
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details: $72,000.00

The Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking an Assistant Public Defender I. Primary responsibilities include representing indigent clients in criminal matters before the Superior Court. Qualified applicants must possess the skills and experience necessary to perform the duties of the position and must be active members in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. A strong commitment to indigent defense is essential.

Description of Duties

The Assistant Public Defender I is responsible for providing competent, zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. This position involves entry-level professional legal work, including assisting with criminal cases of routine complexity. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college or university and be licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring or reciprocity (must obtain Law License).--Note: Some positions may not allow the eligibility clause

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.