Attorney 1

Georgia Department of Revenue; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coweta Judicial Circuit Public Defender Office, located in Newnan, GA, seeks an Assistant Public Defender 1 to provide zealous representation to indigent clients in Superior Court. The position requires a Juris Doctorate and GA Bar eligibility, with in-house training and mentoring provided.

Solid case management skills are preferred. The office offers support for bar dues and professional development as part of a dedicated public defense team.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in Georgia or eligibility to sit for Georgia Bar.
• Solid qualifications for indigent defense and courtroom advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients in Superior Court.
• Perform beginning-level professional legal work and assist in routine complex cases.
• Participate in in-house training and mentoring as provided by the Coweta Circuit.

Skills

Advocacy

Education

Juris Doctorate

GA Bar admission eligibility

Job description

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Job Title:

Attorney 1

Agency:

Georgia Public Defender Council

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000004078

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$70,000.00

Job Description:

Do you have a strong commitment to public defense?

The Coweta Judicial Circuit Public Defender Office is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender 1 to provide zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients with criminal cases in Superior Court. The position is in our Newnan, GA office. All applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position. Solid case management skills and prior experience are preferred. The Coweta Circuit provides in-house training, mentoring and covers State Bar dues.

Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or be eligible to sit for the next Georgia Bar Exam.

Description of Duties: The Assistant Public Defender 1 will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. This position performs beginning-level professional legal work and may assist in cases of routine complexity. Performs other related duties as required.

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.