Attorney 2

State of Georgia • Savannah, GA

80d

About The Position

The Eastern Judicial Circuit, a single-county circuit encompassing Savannah, seeks multiple attorneys to represent indigent clients through all phases of criminal proceedings. Positions are available in both Superior and Juvenile Courts. The office includes divisions for Major Crimes, Other Felonies, Early Intervention (arrest through preliminary hearing), Juvenile and Appellate. This office emphasizes zealous, holistic representation. Our team includes Investigators, Social Workers, and a Mental Health Advocate Attorney. We provide in-house training and mentoring and cover State Bar dues and seminar/CLE fees. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to indigent defense or comparable public service and be members in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia. Salary commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university.
• 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.
• Reciprocity and one (1) year of relevant legal experience.
• One (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 1 (LEP020).

Responsibilities

• Zealously represent indigent clients at the appropriate stages of the criminal process, depending on division assignment.
• Consider referrals to accountability courts and social services when appropriate.
• Assist in training and mentoring beginning attorneys.

Benefits

• In-house training and mentoring.
• Coverage of State Bar dues and seminar/CLE fees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees