Public Defender Attorney II: Advocating for Indigent Clients

Chattahoochee Technical College; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Assistant Public Defender 2 for Hall County. The primary duties include representing indigent clients with criminal cases in Superior Court.

Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. The Assistant Public Defender 2 will provide competent representation, build attorney-client trust, explain rights and procedures, and handle beginning-level

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• License to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the Georgia Bar within one year of hire.
• One year of relevant legal experience or eligibility for Attorney 1 (LEP020) consideration.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent and zealous representation to indigent clients in Superior Court.
• Explain and advise clients regarding their rights, the investigative and judicial process, and assist in routine cases.

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university

Job description

The Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Assistant Public Defender 2 for Hall County. The primary duties include representing indigent clients with criminal cases in Superior Court.

Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. The Assistant Public Defender 2 will provide competent representation, build attorney-client trust, explain rights and procedures, and handle beginning-level