Assistant Public Defender I

Piedmont Judicial Circuit-Assistant Public Defender IThe Piedmont Judicial Circuit Public Defender’s Office is seeking to hire an Assistant Public Defender I. The primary duties include representing children in Juvenile Court. Applicants must meet the qualifications and have the necessary skills to perform the essential duties and responsibilities for the position. Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and email a cover letter and resume to Donna Seagraves at dseagraves@jacksoncountygov.com.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 license to practice law in the State of Georgia. Performs other related duties as required.Job Description: Assistant Public Defender IJuris 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 OR reciprocity (must obtain Law License). Note: Some positions may not allow the eligibility clause.Job: LegalOrganization: Public Defender Council, GeorgiaTitle: Assistant Public Defender ILocation: GA-Polk-CedartownRequisition ID: LEG011T