Attorney 3

State-of-Georgi; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

The Griffin Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office in Spalding County is hiring an Assistant Public Defender III to represent indigent clients in all stages of criminal proceedings in the Superior Court. The candidate must hold a Juris Doctorate and be licensed to practice law in Georgia.

Trial experience is preferred; the role may serve as lead or supporting counsel on serious felony cases. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; salary is $90,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
• Ability to obtain Georgia Bar license within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Represent indigent individuals in all phases of criminal proceedings in the Superior Court.
• Provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients; may serve as lead or supporting counsel on serious cases.

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Licensed to practice law in Georgia

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 3 Job Requisition ID: JR0000001471 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $90,000.00

Job Description: The Griffin Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is looking to hire an Assistant Public Defender III in Spalding County. Primary duties include representing indigent individuals in all phases of criminal proceedings in the Superior Court. Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position. The candidate selected must display dedication to indigent defense. Applicants must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. Trial experience is preferred.

Description of Duties:

The Assistant Public Defender III will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. This position performs mid-level professional legal work and may assist in cases of routine complexity. In addition, the Assistant Public Defender III may serve as lead or supporting counsel on serious, high-profile, and significant felony cases, requiring advanced legal knowledge and strong advocacy skills. To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and a license to practice law in the State of Georgia. 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 and two (2) years of relevant legal-experience; or two (2) years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 2 (LEP021).

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 agencies and 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.