Lead Trial Attorney III – Public Defender

Georgia Department of Revenue; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Attorney 3 to lead trial work in the indigent defense program. The attorney will handle cases from arraignment through sentencing, draft motions, and conduct thorough case preparation to advocate for clients in the greater metro area.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate, admission to the Georgia Bar or eligibility, and at least three years in criminal defense. Travel and courtroom presence are essential, with a strong commitment to high-quality

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in Georgia or eligible to sit for the bar within a reasonable period.
• Minimum of three years of criminal defense experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of assigned staff.
• Represent clients in court at various stages, including arraignments and sentencing.
• Review discovery, interview clients, and manage case files and calendars.
• Prepare motions, conduct jury selection, present evidence, and argue on behalf of clients.
• Develop defense theories, interview witnesses, and coordinate with experts.

Skills

Trial work

Criminal defense

Case coordination

Legal research

Education

Juris Doctorate

Georgia bar admission or eligibility

Job description

Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Attorney 3 to lead trial work in the indigent defense program. The attorney will handle cases from arraignment through sentencing, draft motions, and conduct thorough case preparation to advocate for clients in the greater metro area.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate, admission to the Georgia Bar or eligibility, and at least three years in criminal defense. Travel and courtroom presence are essential, with a strong commitment to high-quality