Attorney 1

Attorney 1Do you have a strong commitment to public defense? The Coweta Judicial Circuit Public Defender Office in Coweta County is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender 1 to provide zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients with criminal cases in Superior Court. The position is in our Newnan, GA office.Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or be eligible to sit the next Georgia Bar Exam. All applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position. Solid case management skills and prior experience are preferred. We provide in-house training and mentoring and cover State Bar dues.Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and submit a cover letter and resume.Description of Duties: The Assistant Public Defender 1 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. Performs other related duties as required.Minimum Qualifications: 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 followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring or reciprocity (must obtain Law License).Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.