What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney 1 position at State of Georgia?
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- Requisition ID: LEG02I3
- Number of Openings: 1
- Shift: Day Job
- Posting End Date: Mar 5, 2025
Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit – Assistant Public Defender I
The Chattahoochee Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender I. The primary duties include representing indigent clients with criminal cases in Superior Court. Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position. Applicants must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. A strong commitment to indigent defense is required.
Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers AND send a cover letter along with a resume to Thomas Flournoy III, Circuit Public Defender, at mflournoy@columbusga.org and Jose Guzman at jguzman@columbusga.org.
Description of Duties: The Assistant Public Defender I will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients. This position performs beginning-level professional legal work and may assist in cases of routine complexity. To be considered for this position, candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and a license to practice law in the State of Georgia. Performs other related duties as required.
