Public Defender Attorney II - Impactful Criminal Defense

Georgia Department of Revenue; Jefferson (GA); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Assistant Public Defender 2 to represent indigent clients in Jackson County in Superior Court. The role requires preparing and presenting cases, researching relevant law, and providing zealous advocacy.

A Juris Doctorate and Georgia Bar admission are mandatory, with experience preferred. The position involves attending hearings, negotiating plea deals, reviewing discovery, and developing defense strategies while maintaining client relationships and

Formación

• Requires Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and active Georgia Bar admission.
• Minimum of one year of practicing attorney experience.
• Demonstrates knowledge of federal, state, and local criminal laws and the ability to investigate and prepare cases.

Responsabilidades

• Attend court appearances, manage case files, calendar reviews, and coordinate with clients, witnesses, and court staff.
• Represent clients in court at various stages, negotiate at all stages, prepare and argue motions, and manage trial proceedings.
• Review discovery, interview clients, inspect records, obtain and prepare exhibits, and develop defense strategies.
• Secure mitigating evidence for sentencing and advise clients on plea offers and resolutions.
• Prepare legal documents, briefs, motions, and trial summaries; stay updated on case law.
• Develop trusting attorney-client relationships and explain rights and processes to clients.

Conocimientos

Court appearances

Legal research

Case management

Negotiation

Client advocacy

Educación

Juris Doctorate

State Bar admission (Georgia)

Descripción del empleo

The Georgia Public Defender Council seeks an Assistant Public Defender 2 to represent indigent clients in Jackson County in Superior Court. The role requires preparing and presenting cases, researching relevant law, and providing zealous advocacy.

A Juris Doctorate and Georgia Bar admission are mandatory, with experience preferred. The position involves attending hearings, negotiating plea deals, reviewing discovery, and developing defense strategies while maintaining client relationships and