Public Defender Attorney I - Indigent Defense Advocate

State of Georgia; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

State of Georgia – Georgia Public Defender Council seeks Attorney 1 in Americus for the Southwestern Judicial Circuit. The role handles indigent defense in criminal cases, requires a Juris Doctorate and Georgia Bar eligibility, and involves court appearances, case management, and advocacy.

The successful candidate will provide zealous representation, perform routine legal tasks, and contribute to training and professional development within the public defender's office in Sumter County.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• Licensed to practice law in Georgia or eligible to sit for Georgia Bar.
• Ability to conduct case research and policy analysis.

Responsibilities

• Attend court appearances and manage case files from intake to disposition.
• Represent indigent clients in criminal cases in Superior Court.
• Prepare motions, exhibits, and trial notes; interview witnesses.
• Negotiate with prosecutors; argue mitigating or defense theories.
• Develop defense strategies and client communications; ensure ethical duties.

Skills

Courtroom advocacy

Legal research

Oral & written comms

Interviewing clients

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

State of Georgia – Georgia Public Defender Council seeks Attorney 1 in Americus for the Southwestern Judicial Circuit. The role handles indigent defense in criminal cases, requires a Juris Doctorate and Georgia Bar eligibility, and involves court appearances, case management, and advocacy.

The successful candidate will provide zealous representation, perform routine legal tasks, and contribute to training and professional development within the public defender's office in Sumter County.