Lead Public Defender - Trial Attorney

Public Defender Council, Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Assistant Public Defender 3 to lead trial work across the greater metro area, representing clients in court at various stages, preparing motions, conducting jury selection, and coordinating with clients and court staff. A strong commitment to indigent defense and high-quality representation is essential.

Qualified candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and be licensed to practice in Georgia, with three years of criminal defense experience and the

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Represents clients in court at various stages, including arraignments, pretrial hearings, sentencing, and appeals.
• Negotiates on behalf of clients; prepares and argues motions; conducts voir dire; presents evidence and witnesses.

Skills

Criminal defense

Education

Juris Doctorate

Georgia Bar license

Job description

The Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Assistant Public Defender 3 to lead trial work across the greater metro area, representing clients in court at various stages, preparing motions, conducting jury selection, and coordinating with clients and court staff. A strong commitment to indigent defense and high-quality representation is essential.

Qualified candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and be licensed to practice in Georgia, with three years of criminal defense experience and the