Public Defender Lead – Capital Litigation

Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce in Gainesville, GA seeks a Senior Assistant Public Defender to lead the Circuit Public Defender Office. Under broad supervision, you will supervise the staff handling felony cases and advise attorneys on case management and litigation strategies.

The role requires a law degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with GA bar eligibility. Strong leadership, research, and courtroom advocacy are essential to ensure due process and effective

Qualifications

• Completion of a law degree.
• Three years of relevant legal experience OR Three years of experience at the lower level as an Assistant Public Defender.
• Supervisory experience in a legal setting is preferred.
• License to practice law in Georgia or eligibility to sit for the Georgia Bar.
• Strong knowledge of statutes, court decisions, and regulations; effective communication and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Directs, administers, and supervises the Circuit Public Defender Office staff.
• Advises professional staff on case management and legal matters.
• Prepares and coordinates cases for trials and appeals.
• Conducts legal research and analyzes statutes and case law.
• Appears in court and leads jury selection, openings, and defense arguments.
• Ensures compliance with state laws and maintains high performance standards.

Skills

Litigation mastery

Jury trials

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Legal advising

Education

Law degree (JD)

License to practice law in GA

Job description

Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce in Gainesville, GA seeks a Senior Assistant Public Defender to lead the Circuit Public Defender Office. Under broad supervision, you will supervise the staff handling felony cases and advise attorneys on case management and litigation strategies.

The role requires a law degree and at least three years of relevant experience, with GA bar eligibility. Strong leadership, research, and courtroom advocacy are essential to ensure due process and effective