Public Defender I: Indigent Defense Advocate

Gapubdef; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mountain Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office in Georgia seeks an Assistant Public Defender I in Banks County. The role involves providing competent representation for indigent clients in criminal cases in Superior Court, with a strong commitment to client advocacy.

Applicants must be active Georgia State Bar members or eligible to sit for the Georgia Bar and obtain licensure within one year of hire. This is a full-time position in a government legal office.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• License to practice law in Georgia or eligibility to sit for the Georgia Bar within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent and zealous representation to indigent clients in criminal cases in Superior Court.
• Assist in case preparation and advocacy as needed.

Education

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university

Job description

The Mountain Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office in Georgia seeks an Assistant Public Defender I in Banks County. The role involves providing competent representation for indigent clients in criminal cases in Superior Court, with a strong commitment to client advocacy.

Applicants must be active Georgia State Bar members or eligible to sit for the Georgia Bar and obtain licensure within one year of hire. This is a full-time position in a government legal office.