Public Defender Attorney with Mentorship & Indigent Defense

State-of-Georgi; Douglas (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Public Defender Council is seeking Assistant Public Defender candidates (APD 1–4) to represent indigent defendants in the Waycross Judicial Circuit's Superior Courts. The position requires admission to the Georgia Bar or eligibility and a strong commitment to indigent defense.

The role reports to the State of Georgia and offers benefits typical of state employment. Applicants should have a Juris Doctorate and be in good standing with the Georgia Bar.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar exam.
• Strong commitment to indigent criminal defense.

Responsibilities

• Zealously represents indigent clients in all appropriate stages of the criminal process.
• Evaluates cases for referrals to accountability courts, diversion programs, and social services.
• Mentors less experienced attorneys and provides training.

Skills

Juris Doctorate

GA Bar admission

Indigent defense commitment

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Georgia Public Defender Council is seeking Assistant Public Defender candidates (APD 1–4) to represent indigent defendants in the Waycross Judicial Circuit's Superior Courts. The position requires admission to the Georgia Bar or eligibility and a strong commitment to indigent defense.

The role reports to the State of Georgia and offers benefits typical of state employment. Applicants should have a Juris Doctorate and be in good standing with the Georgia Bar.