Holistic Public Defender: Courtroom and Social Services

City of Atlanta, GA; Atlanta (GA); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Atlanta seeks an attorney to provide holistic representation for indigent clients in the Atlanta Municipal Court on city ordinance and misdemeanor traffic violations. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to address underlying social factors and link clients to services, with daily courtroom responsibilities and case management duties.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate, Georgia Bar admission, and 2–3 years of direct experience; trial experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
• Excellent research and writing skills required.
• Spanish speaking skills a plus.
• Dual degrees in social work or related fields desirable.

Responsabilités

• Thorough communications with the client, including meetings to review facts, explain the law, court process and options.
• Develop case management plans and coordinate with investigators, social workers, and client advocates.
• Represent clients in court daily, managing first appearances, case resets, plea negotiations, and referrals.

Connaissances

Criminal law

Research/Writing

Spanish (bonus)

Formation

Juris Doctorate

Description du poste

The City of Atlanta seeks an attorney to provide holistic representation for indigent clients in the Atlanta Municipal Court on city ordinance and misdemeanor traffic violations. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to address underlying social factors and link clients to services, with daily courtroom responsibilities and case management duties.

Requirements include a Juris Doctorate, Georgia Bar admission, and 2–3 years of direct experience; trial experience preferred.