Junior Public Defender: Indigent Defense Advocate

State of Georgia

Newnan (GA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 79,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Coweta Judicial Circuit Public Defender Office in Newnan, GA seeks an Assistant Public Defender 1 to represent indigent clients in the Juvenile Court of Coweta County. Requires JD from an accredited school and Georgia Bar eligibility.

Strong organizational skills and commitment to indigent defense are essential; two+ years criminal defense experience preferred. This entry-level professional legal role performs basic duties and may assist in routine cases; apply on Team Georgia Careers with a

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).
Superior organization skills and a strong commitment to indigent defense are required.
Preference given to candidates with two or more years of criminal defense experience.

Responsibilities

Provide competent and zealous representation to indigent clients in the Juvenile Court of Coweta County.
Perform beginning-level professional legal work and assist in routine cases.
Carry out related duties as needed.