Attorney I, II, or III Solicitor's Office

Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County•Athens, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This job is for the prosecution of misdemeanor violations in the Athens-Clarke County and Winterville Municipal Courts as well as the State and Magistrate Courts. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the investigation and preparation of cases for trial, representing the State in all stages of court proceedings, and performing additional tasks relating to the function of the department as assigned by the Solicitor.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate with at least one year of experience as a practicing attorney, law clerk, or law assistant required (for Attorney I)
Juris Doctorate required, with four years of experience as a practicing attorney with experience in three practice areas (for Attorney II)
Juris Doctorate with at least six years of experience as a practicing attorney is required with experience in four practice areas (for Attorney III)
Must be a member of the Georgia State Bar
Obtain a minimum of twelve (12) hours of accredited continuing education annually.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Knowledge of state laws, court proceedings, rules of evidence, policies, procedures, and activities of the Solicitor’s office as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Associate Attorney.
Knowledge of alternative sentencing regulations and available sentencing facilities.
Knowledge of judiciary transcripts, police reports, crime lab reports, medical reports, intoximeter results, criminal history reports, and procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.
Knowledge of word processing and database computer applications, utilizing word processing in the preparation of legal motions and briefs, and using database applications for performing research functions as required.
Knowledge to keep abreast of any changes in law, policies, regulations and methods as they relate to departmental operations and activities.
Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.
Knowledge of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, state and federal case law, and the Uniform Rules of State Court.
Skill in computer applications, utilizing software in the preparation of legal documents and with software used in the research of laws and the interpretation of law, case histories, and other pertinent information.
Ability to compile, organize, prepare and maintain an assortment of records, reports and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.
Ability to interpret and analyze legal information and prepare and present oral and written reports and legal documentation.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, other staff members, and the public at large.
Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.
Ability to handle required mathematical calculations.
Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments.
Ability to plan, organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computer equipment.
Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials.
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.
Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving assignments and/or directions from supervisor.
Requires the ability to read a variety of legal, medical, and informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures.
Requires the ability to prepare legal briefs and motions using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
Requires the ability to speak to groups of people with poise, voice control, and confidence.
Requires the ability to learn and understand complex principles and techniques; to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independent judgments in the absence of management.
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions.
Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical, or professional languages including legal terminology.
Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; utilize and determine percentages.
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with office equipment.
Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately in using computer equipment.
Requires the ability to use the keyboard, lift, bend, push, and pull objects or materials using body parts as the position necessitates.
Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as computer terminals.
Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities.
Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
May require the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Must be adaptable to performing under considerable stress when confronted with an emergency.
Must be able to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).
Must be able to communicate via telephone, two-way radio.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Selects cases for trial, responds to defense motions, investigates cases, interviews witnesses, obtains evidence, researches law and issues, prepares questions and statements, files pre-trial motions, and discusses cases with defense attorneys.
Selects juries, delivers opening statements, presents cases, cross-examines defense witnesses, delivers closing arguments, and recommends sentences.
Reviews case files, talks to witnesses, determines the need for restitution to victims, formulates plea bargains with defense attorneys, explains proceedings to defendants, and writes out plea bargains.
Draws up accusations, prepares files, recommends sentences, files criminal charges, and conducts arraignments for jailed defendants.
Presents any bargains to the court and explains the facts and prior history in court.
Discusses cases with probation officers, selects witnesses, obtains court documentation, conducts hearings, determines which violations to proceed with, and reviews the law on alleged violations.
Researches issues to be appealed and prepares and files briefs.
Compiles questions and statements for Discovery, files Motions for Discovery with the court, and represents the State at Discovery proceedings.
Researches new statutory and case law on criminal procedures and misdemeanor offenses.
Represents the State in hearings involving the setting of bonds and bond forfeitures.
Advises police agencies in the Athens-Clarke County jurisdiction on pre-trial and search and arrest procedures.
Supervises the work of law student interns.
Attends various conferences and seminars to remains current on state laws and prosecutorial procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.