Staff Attorney

The Staff Attorney is responsible for conducting legal research and support for the Judge of Superior Court. 

The following duties are representative of the work required for this job.  These are not to be construed as exclusive and all-inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Research and analyze complex legal issues. 
• Draft legal opinions and Orders based on research. 
• Review Documents. 
• Verify cited legal authority. 
• Draft legal documents including trail brief, memoranda, and others. 
• Keep well-informed in the changes in the laws. 
• Review complaints, petitions, motions, or pleadings. 
• Interface with attorneys and pro se litigators.
• Asset when needed with administration duties in chambers. 

.The Staff Attorney should possess, at minimum, a juris doctorate and prior legal experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. 
 
Necessary Special Requirements: 

• Possession of a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. 
  • Employment application, located at http://www.maconbibb.us/employment/ 
• Please provide the following documents in one email to Dawn Hussey at dhussey@maconbibb.us. 
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Maximum of two writing samples (at least one writing sample must be from legal work-related experience)

The Staff Attorney must be knowledgeable of the following principles, procedures, and concepts: 

• Knowledge of relevant processes related to the Superior Court.
• Skill in the preparation and processing of legal documents. 
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of English grammar and spelling.
• Knowledge of personal computers and basic office programs; including Word and Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to make priority decisions in accordance with established rules, regulations, and departmental policies. 
• Ability to establish and monitor the maintenance of complex record keeping systems and to prepare reports from these records. 
• Ability to use discretion in handling sensitive materials and other confidential information. 
• Ability to maintain effective working relationship with fellow employees and with members of the general public. 
• Ability to structure daily briefing with the judge to monitor outstanding matters. 

If you have any problems submitting your application, please contact the NeoGov Applicant Support Hotline Toll Free at 855-524-5627, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET)

Salary : $63,757