Public Safety Attorney — State Civil & Appellate Litigator

State of Georgia; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia in Atlanta seeks an Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Justice - Public Safety section. The attorney will represent public safety agencies such as the Department of Corrections, GBI, Board of Pardons and Paroles, and the Department of Juvenile Justice in state and federal court.

The role requires strong litigation, writing, and communication skills, with a mix of civil practice, administrative hearings, and appellate work.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited law school and membership in the Georgia Bar.

Responsibilities

• Litigates cases in state and federal courts.
• Participates in administrative hearings and appearances in court to try cases and argue motions and appeals.
• Researches and prepares pleadings, motions and briefs.
• Attends depositions and works with expert witnesses.
• Participates in settlement negotiations.
• Provides legal advice and/or representation to clients; drafts memoranda of advice.

Education

Graduation from an accredited law school and Member of the Georgia Bar

Job description

State of Georgia in Atlanta seeks an Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Justice - Public Safety section. The attorney will represent public safety agencies such as the Department of Corrections, GBI, Board of Pardons and Paroles, and the Department of Juvenile Justice in state and federal court.

The role requires strong litigation, writing, and communication skills, with a mix of civil practice, administrative hearings, and appellate work.