Assistant Public Defender IV

Company: State of Georgia
Location: Augusta
Posted on: November 18, 2021

Job Description:

Augusta Judicial Circuit - Assistant Public Defender IV The Augusta Judicial Circuit is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender IV. We are seeking an attorney with trial experience who can join a felony trial team immediately upon hiring. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to indigent defense, client-centered representation, and aggressive trial practice. Before starting, the applicant must be a member of the Georgia Bar and be admitted before the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Georgia. The Augusta Judicial Circuit is the largest public defender's office in Georgia, with approximately 34 attorneys, 7 investigators, and 16 support staff. We are a Gideon's Promise partner office. Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and send a cover letter and resume to Lucy Roth at lroth@augusta.gov. Job Description: Assistant Public Defender IV Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university AND license to practice law in the State of Georgia OR eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination OR reciprocity AND Three years of relevant legal experience OR Three years of experience required at the lower level Attorney 3 (LEP022). Additional Information * Agency Logo: * Requisition ID: LEG01B0 * Number of Openings: 1 * Shift: Day Job

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