Attorney 4

Chattahoochee Technical College; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Judicial Circuit is recruiting an Assistant Public Defender 4 to represent indigent clients with zealous advocacy. The attorney will manage complex felony cases, prepare, and present arguments in court.

Minimum qualifications include a JD from an accredited school and Georgia Bar licensure within a year, plus several years of relevant experience. Apply via the Georgia Careers site with provided contact details.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• License to practice law in Georgia or eligibility to sit for the Georgia Bar and licensure within one year.
• Three years of relevant legal experience, or three years at Attorney 3 level.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent, diligent, zealous representation to indigent clients.
• Handle serious, high-profile felony cases with courtroom advocacy.
• Manage litigation including strategy, investigation, motions, and trial prep.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Criminal litigation

Jury trial experience

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

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Job Title:

Attorney 4

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000001472

Number of Openings:

1

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

Job Description:

The Griffin Judicial Circuit is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender 4 in Spalding County. This role requires a strong commitment to public defense and the ability to manage complex cases from preparation through trial or resolution. This Assistant Public Defender will be responsible for preparing and presenting cases and entering pleas, conducting legal research, preparing and presenting complex documents, pleading compilation, orders, etc. Applicants must demonstrate substantial criminal litigation and jury trial experience. Candidates must also be in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia and show a strong commitment to indigent defense work.

Interested applicants should apply onhttps://careers.georgia.gov/and send a cover letter and resume to William Imhoff at [e-mail].

Description of Duties:The Assistant Public Defender 4 is responsible for providing competent, diligent, and zealous legal representation to indigent clients. This position serves as an expert-level attorney, handling serious, high-profile, and complex felony cases, including the most significant matters assigned within the office. The attorney will independently manage all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, investigation, motion practice, trial preparation, and courtroom advocacy. This role requires advanced legal judgment, strong trial skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal and factual issues. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate in a related area 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 three (3) years of relevant legal experience; or three (3) years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 3 (LEP022).

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.