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Cordele Judicial Circuit - Assistant Public Defender III or IV

The Cordele Judicial Circuit is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender III or IV. The primary duties include representing indigent clients with criminal case(s) in Superior Court.

The applicant must have a strong dedication to indigent defense. Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for the position. The candidate must have trial experience. Applicants must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.

Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and submit a cover letter and resume to Tracy J. Mullis at tmullis@gapublicdefender.org.

Description of Duties: The Assistant Public Defender will be responsible for providing competent and zealous legal representation and advocacy to indigent clients.

An individual holding this position will represent clients in cases including the most serious, legal complex, high-profile and/or significant cases assigned to the office. Performs other related duties as required.

Job Description: Assistant Public Defender III

Job Description: Assistant Public Defender IV

Juris Doctorate in a related area 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 and three (3) years of relevant legal experience; or three (3) years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 3 (LEP022).

Additional Information

• Agency Logo: Requisition ID: LEG02CU

• Number of Openings: 1

• Shift: Day Job

• Posting End Date: Oct 9, 2024