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Criminal Law Attorney in Cleveland, GA

Enotah Circuit Public Defender Office Oct 04,2019 Jun 12,2018 Location Cleveland GA
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Government

Attorney

Criminal Law - Prosecution

Min 1 yrs required

Profile

Assistant Public Defender I Duties: The candidate is responsible for conducting legal research including researching precedents in cases. Prepares and disseminates complex documents; compiles and prepares subpoenas, pleadings, etc. Develops and modifies forms and procedures. Deliver legal pleadings.Provides support and assistance to supervising attorney on a variety of legal matters. Responds to requests for information and provides answers, opinions, and recommendations regarding legal issues. Researches for the staff on all matters affected by applicable laws and regulations and of legal ramification. Responds to inquiries regarding legal determinations and disseminates written response or reports to interested parties. Reviews subpoenas, court orders, affidavits, and other legal documents in order to inform staff. Assists in the preparation and coordination of cases prior to and during court trials and subsequent appeals. Assists in legal research; analyze statutes, case law, and other relevant information in aid of the development of case strategies. in conjunction with supervising attorney, prepares petitions, briefs, motions and other legal instruments, reports, and correspondence for both litigation and mitigation phases. Participates in the preparation and coordination of cases prior to and during court trials. Gathers information, identifies and reviews facts and issues in the preparation for trials. Gathers documents, prepares exhibits and other necessary items for court. Prepares legal documents, reports, and statements in connection with litigation/mitigation. Complies with continuing requirements to improve effectiveness. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature as well as attending related and mandatory seminars and/or conferences. Applies pertinent new knowledge to performance and other responsibilities. Accepts and carries out responsibility for personal growth. Attends professional education programs/seminars as mandated by law.Incorporates knowledge of pertinent new trends and developments in the field into the performance of responsibilities. Interacts with all levels of state government in a way that promotes respect, encourages cooperation, and contributes to excellent performance. Treats all customers fairly, giving no one preferential treatment. Communicates accurate information to all other customers in a professional and courteous manner that conveys a willingness to assist. Accepts direction and feedback from supervisors and follows through appropriately. Uses as appropriate, established channels of communication. Sample Technical Competencies: Knowledge of statutes, court decisions, state and federal laws and regulations and departmental policy.

Qualification and Experience

Qualification: The candidate should have Completion of a law degree.
And
Must have License to practice law in the State of Georgia.
or
Must have Eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination. Must have necessary skills to perform the job duties and responsibilities for this position as determined by the hiring officer, and must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. A strong commitment to indigent defense is required.

Additional info

Job Code: LEP020 Submit cover letter, resume, and State of Georgia Sensitive Position Employment Application

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