Attorney 1

Chattahoochee Technical College; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking an Assistant Public Defender I to represent indigent clients in criminal matters before the Superior Court. A Juris Doctorate and Georgia licensure or eligibility to sit for the Georgia Bar are required, with a strong commitment to indigent defense.

Primary duties include providing zealous advocacy, handling routine complexity criminal cases, and adhering to professional standards for courtroom conduct and client

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligible to sit for the Georgia Bar exam within one year of hiring and obtain licensure.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent clients in criminal matters before the Superior Court.
• Provide competent, zealous representation and advocacy.
• Assist with criminal cases of routine complexity.

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

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Job Title:

Attorney 1

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000001475

Number of Openings:

1

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$72,000.00

Job Description:

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.