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Location: Cobb County
Salary: Commensurate with experience
The Cobb County Solicitor-General's office is seeking a qualified individual for the position of part-time assistant solicitor general. This part-time role involves prosecuting cases in the Magistrate Court Ordinance calendar and Juvenile Court traffic arraignment calendar. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing non-jury ordinance cases for trial, managing associated trial proceedings, and ensuring compliance with state laws, court procedures and rules of evidence.
Job Responsibilities:
- Attend weekly Magistrate Court Ordinance calendar and prosecute cases as appropriate.
- Prepare non-jury ordinance cases for trial, including subpoenaing appropriate witnesses and conducting trial proceedings.
- Attend weekly Juvenile Court traffic arraignment calendar and prepare cases with appropriate offers.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate required.
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
- Applicants waiting on bar results and provisionally barred may apply.
Skills and Competencies:
- Demonstrated knowledge of state laws, court proceedings and rules of evidence.
- Ability to adhere to the policies and procedures of the Solicitor General's Office.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with the public, judges and court personnel.
- Comfortable working in both office and courtroom settings for extended periods.
- Capable of intermittent sitting, standing, walking and occasional lifting of light objects.
To Apply:
Submit a cover letter and resume to Deputy Assistant Solicitor-General Tad Keller at tad.keller@cobbcounty.org. The subject line of the email should include "Part-Time ASG Application—[Your Full Name]."The deadline to apply is Friday, March 1.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $93,500-$96,500
The Georgia Department of Revenue seeks to fill an attorney 4—managing attorney position within the Office of the General Counsel’s External Operations Section.
Reporting to the deputy general counsel, you will be responsible for managing a team of attorneys and/or legal analysts dedicated to providing in-house legal counsel to the department’s motor vehicles division, the alcohol and tobacco division, and the local government services division.
Job Responsibilities:
Planning and organizing legal services work for the external operations teams in order to meet the department’s objectives, including coordinating work with other legal and non-legal business units.
- Tracking, analyzing and advising on legislative matters specific to external operations, including, but not limited to, impact analysis of proposed legislation and guidance on regulatory/policy impacts with the implementation of legislation.
- Communicating and strategically coordinating with the General Assembly, the Department of Law, other government agencies and stakeholders in matters affecting the department and external operations specifically.
- Researching and drafting memoranda with recommendations for department leadership on legal and operational matters relating to external operations and the agency, as well as the evolving legal environment.
Sample technical competencies may include, but are not limited to:
- Ability to manage a large workload in an organized manner, including delegating and tracking matters among multiple staff.
- Ability to quickly perform in-depth legal research and provide analysis of statutes, court decisions, state and federal laws and regulations, and departmental policy.
- Ability to draft proposed legislation, regulations and legal opinions.
- Ability to analyze, appraise and organize facts and present them in a clear and logical form in oral and written presentation.
- Ability to determine department compliance with laws, rules and regulations.
Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia.
- Or reciprocity and three years of relevant legal experience.
- Or three years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 3 (LEP022).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicants may possess a combination of the following:
- Experience managing or supervising attorneys or other legal staff in a state government office.
- Experience with the legislative process.
- Experience advising clients on legal matters in oral and written formats, including opinion and advice memoranda.
- Experience or course work in one or more of the following legal subject matter areas: motor vehicle titling and registration, alcohol and tobacco regulation and enforcement, property tax, government relations, unclaimed property and law enforcement.
Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants must possess all the following to receive consideration:
- Submission of a writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages, from a brief, memo, or other similar document. This must be attached to your profile/application.
- Ability to provide professional legal services to agency divisions and executive leadership.
- Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, both within the legal group and among business divisions.
- Ability to complete projects with limited supervision.
- Ability to weigh the needs of the agency to determine the best course of action for all parties in an evolving legal landscape.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
- Ability to accept responsibility for one's actions with honesty and integrity, while remaining committed to organizational success.
- Experience managing or supervising attorneys or other legal staff.
To Apply:
Visit Team Georgia Careers to create and submit a profile. For assistance, contact Marcie Hunter at marcie.hunter@dor.ga.gov. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 19.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $93,500-$96,500
The Georgia Department of Revenue seeks to fill an attorney 4—managing attorney position within the Office of the General Counsel’s Tax Operations Section.
Reporting to the deputy general counsel, you will be responsible for managing a team of attorneys and/or legal analysts dedicated to providing in-house legal counsel to the department’s Georgia Tax Tribunal Unit. Additionally, as a managing attorney in the tax operations section, you will assist in providing counsel to the department’s audits division, compliance division, and taxpayer services division.
Job Responsibilities:
Planning and organizing legal services work for the external operations teams in order to meet the department’s objectives, including coordinating work with other legal and non-legal business units.
- Planning and organizing legal services work for the Georgia Tax Tribunal team in order to meet the department’s objectives, including coordinating work with other legal and non-legal business units.
- Overseeing the Georgia Tax Tribunal team in connection with the legal review and tracking of cases.
- Communicating with taxpayers, taxpayer representatives, internal departmental divisions and the Office of the Attorney General for the purpose of providing case updates and coordinating potential case resolutions
- Researching and drafting memoranda with recommendations for department leadership on legal and other matters relating to the agency’s tax operations, including cases pending with the Georgia Tax Tribunal, and matters affecting the compliance division, the taxpayer services division, the audits division and other divisions requiring assistance as needed.
Sample technical competencies may include, but are not limited to:
- Ability to manage a large workload in an organized manner, including delegating and tracking matters among multiple staff.
- Ability to quickly perform in-depth legal research and provide analysis of statutes, court decisions, state and federal laws and regulations, and departmental policy.
- Ability to draft proposed legislation, regulations and legal opinions.
- Ability to analyze, appraise and organize facts and present them in a clear and logical form in oral and written presentation.
- Ability to determine department compliance with laws, rules and regulations.
Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia.
- Or reciprocity and three years of relevant legal experience.
- Or three years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 3 (LEP022).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicants may possess a combination of the following:
- Experience managing or supervising attorneys or other legal staff in a state government office.
- Experience with the legislative process.
- Experience advising clients on legal matters in oral and written formats, including opinion and advice memoranda.
- Experience or course work in one or more of the following legal subject matter areas: motor vehicle titling and registration, alcohol and tobacco regulation and enforcement, property tax, government relations, unclaimed property and law enforcement.
Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants must possess all the following to receive consideration:
- Submission of a writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages, from a brief, memo, or other similar document. This must be attached to your profile/application.
- Ability to provide professional legal services to agency divisions and executive leadership.
- Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, both within the legal group and among business divisions.
- Ability to complete projects with limited supervision.
- Ability to weigh the needs of the agency to determine the best course of action for all parties in an evolving legal landscape.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
- Ability to accept responsibility for one's actions with honesty and integrity, while remaining committed to organizational success.
- Experience managing or supervising attorneys or other legal staff.
To Apply:
Visit Team Georgia Careers to create and submit a profile. For assistance, contact Marcie Hunter at marcie.hunter@dor.ga.gov. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 19.
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Location: Rome, GA
Salary: $58,250-$119,786, additional county supplement
Job Description:
The Rome Judicial Circuit is seeking applications for a state paid assistant district attorney. Further, to evaluate criminal cases that come into the office and to represent the state in the resolution of the case via dismissal, plea negotiations, trial and appeals. Must work well with others. The following duties are normal for this position; other duties may be required and assigned:
- Drafts accusations and indictments; evaluates and researches potential defenses; dismisses cases not prosecutable.
- Reads cases submitted by investigators; reads police reports; determines whether further investigation is needed; approves or returns cases for more work; researches alternative crimes; reads and researches case law.
- Determines appropriate sentence recommendations; attends arraignment calendars; attends pre-trial conferences with judge and defense attorneys.
- Subpoenas appropriate witnesses for motions; researches and argues all pretrial and post-trial motions; files motions in appropriate time frame prior to trial.
- Complies with discovery requirements by copying and mailing documents.
- Works with trial team investigators and other ADAs to coordinate witnesses and evidence for trials; gathers and labels evidence.
- Negotiates pleas to dispose of cases.
- Interviews witnesses, victims, experts and the police; questions potential jurors and selects jury.
- Develops trial strategy for each case; organizes opening and closing arguments; presents evidence at trial; consults with supervisors about trial strategy.
- Reads appellate briefs and case transcripts; researches and writes responses to briefs.
- Represents state in probation revocation hearings; responds to parole notices.
- Handles telephone calls from attorneys, witnesses and concerned citizens.
- Determines appropriate bond amounts. Attends meetings; maintains continuing education requirements.
Minimum Qualifications:
The office is looking for candidates with a background in litigation. All applicants must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia, and be admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Georgia and Court of Appeals of Georgia or be in good standing with another state’s bar association and eligible for reciprocal admission to the State Bar of Georgia. A criminal background check is completed on all candidates. Employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of the background investigation, a motor vehicle driver’s history check, a valid driver’s license, no impediment to being an insured driver and applicants for hire will be subject to fingerprinting and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of each investigation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Trial experience preferred.
To Apply:
Submit resume and cover letter via email to leigh.patterson@floydcountyga.org or mail to
Office of the District Attorney
Rome Judicial Circuit
3 Govt Plaza, Suite 108
Rome, GA 30161
The deadline to apply is Sunday, March 31.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $117,794
The Superior Court of Fulton County Georgia (court) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior staff attorney, appointed, in office of the judge's chambers. This job will be an “in person” position.
Superior court is Georgia's busiest trial court of general jurisdiction. The court seeks to provide a forum in which legal disputes between citizens can be resolved in a fair and efficient process with attention to equal access, impartiality, efficiency and safety. After joining the court, you will become part of a fast-paced team dedicated to providing the citizens of Fulton County with the service they deserve.
Job Summary:
The senior staff attorney, appointed, is a career-track court professional, conducts legal research, drafts court orders and memoranda, advises the judge on legal issues as required. This position functions as part of a cross-trained team responsible for litigation processing and docket management. This position is appointed by an elected official to serve in a “highly intimate and sensitive position of responsibility,” under the direct supervision of the elected official.
Essential Duties:
- The staff attorney performs legal research and drafts proposed orders for an assigned judge. Provides legal advice and opinions to judges and court staff. Prepares legal summaries of facts and arguments for cases brought before the court.
- Drafts legal memoranda, proposed orders and jury charges on court cases and specific points of law as required by the assigned judge. Reviews legal opinions and various legal publications for research purposes.
- Stays current on relevant laws, regulations, and court processes and procedures. Provides legal analysis of appellate opinions, motions, jury charges and court documents, and monitors for compliance with established court rules and procedures.
- Applies training and experience to caseload to identify and ensure emergency issues are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner. Supervises other court personnel within chambers at the discretion of the assigned judge.
- Provides information, guidance and direction to attorneys, patrons of the court, other court employees and other agency representatives regarding applicable case management policies and procedures. Provides information to attorneys and other concerned parties regarding cases on court calendar.
- Trial judges responsible for litigation processing and docket management are supported by a three person team of court professionals. Team members provide lead direction and guidance to lawyers and litigants navigating the litigation process before the judge. The team functions collaboratively to facilitate orderly case management and court proceedings, including analyzing and prioritizing the flow of work relating to all case types comprising a judicial caseload.
- Areas of primary responsibility are divided among team members as determined by the judge. As part of the litigation and docket management support unit, the staff attorney may assist in case flow and litigation process management, including scheduling, caseload progression analysis, development, and implementation of strategies and procedures for management of the docket from case filing to disposition across case types or with respect to specific aspects of the litigation process such as motions practice.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants may possess a combination of the following:
- Experience managing or supervising attorneys or other legal staff in a state government office.
- Experience with the legislative process.
- Experience advising clients on legal matters in oral and written formats, including opinion and advice memoranda.
- Experience or course work in one or more of the following legal subject matter areas: motor vehicle titling and registration, alcohol and tobacco regulation and enforcement, property tax, government relations, unclaimed property and law enforcement.
Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants must possess all the following to receive consideration:
- Submission of a writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages, from a brief, memo, or other similar document. This must be attached to your profile/application.
- Ability to provide professional legal services to agency divisions and executive leadership.
- Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, both within the legal group and among business divisions.
- Ability to complete projects with limited supervision.
- Ability to weigh the needs of the agency to determine the best course of action for all parties in an evolving legal landscape.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
- Ability to accept responsibility for one's actions with honesty and integrity, while remaining committed to organizational success.
- Experience managing or supervising attorneys or other legal staff.
Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia.
- Or reciprocity and three years of relevant legal experience.
- Or three years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 3 (LEP022).
To Apply:
Visit Team Georgia Careers to create and submit a profile. For assistance, contact Marcie Hunter at marcie.hunter@dor.ga.gov.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $95,225–$132,357
Justice Shawn Ellen LaGrua is currently accepting applications for a permanent law clerk (staff attorney) to begin work beginning mid-March 2024. Background information about the court may be found at www.gasupreme.us.
Duties:
Each Justice has two law clerks and one term clerk who assist the Justice with drafting memoranda, bench briefs and opinions; reviewing opinions and memoranda circulated by other Justices and the Court’s central staff; conducting legal research; preparing for oral argument; supervising law school interns; and such other work as is required.
Requirements and Preferences:
O.C.G.A. § 15-2-19 requires Supreme Court staff attorneys to be admitted to the State Bar of Georgia within one year of employment. Other minimum requirements include graduation from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials, demonstrated writing and analytical abilities, great integrity and character, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Prior experience as a judicial law clerk is preferred.
Selection Criteria:
- Excellent legal research, writing and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Manage a large caseload, meet deadlines, work and communicate effectively with the Justice and with staff.
- Maintain confidentiality.
To Apply:
Send an email to resume@gasupreme.us with the subject line: Permanent Clerk—Justice LaGrua. Attach the following materials as separate PDF files:
- Cover letter explaining interest in the position.
- Resume including GPA and class rank in law school and in undergraduate studies.
- Law school transcript.
- Writing sample (not heavily edited by others).
- List of three references (judges, lawyers or law professors).
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Location: Decatur, GA
Purpose of Classification:
The purpose of this classification is to review, investigate, prosecute or defend, and resolve criminal cases on behalf of the county or state of Georgia in an assigned legal office or county department; perform beginning level professional legal work; and may assist in cases of routine complexity.
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Conducts initial case evaluations as assigned; reviews case file and analyzes the facts and evidence of the case; may assess client eligibility and needs; reviews criminal histories; determines appropriateness of diversion, dismissal or charges; reviews accuracy of jurisdiction, venue and scope of arrest powers; ensures sufficient probable cause; prepares or reviews charges and discovery; and prepares for all court hearings or arraignments.
- Investigates, analyzes and prepares assigned cases for hearings and trials; may interview clients in and out of custody; requests and inspects records and evidence; prepares graphics and exhibits; makes investigative requests and follows up on leads; obtains and reviews scientific results and analysis; identifies and interviews witnesses and alibis; observes crime scenes; subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial; may prepare clients for trial; determines need for, procures and interviews expert witnesses; assesses need for psychological/psychiatric evaluation of client; anticipates legal issues; assists in the development of case strategies; and presents cases to superiors.
- Represents clients or state of Georgia at arraignments, preliminary and pre-trial hearings and conferences, motion hearings, jury and bench trials, probation and sentencing, post-adjudication/post-conviction hearings, alternative and diversion programs, specialty courts or any related courtroom proceedings; prepares and argues motions and evidence; negotiates and presents plea resolutions; negotiates at all stages on behalf of the client; advises clients or victims regarding the acceptance or rejection of plea offers; and assists with jury selection, opening and closing statements, evidence presentation, witness questioning and bond/sentencing recommendations as assigned.
- Communicates with and serves as a liaison to clients, victims, families, witnesses and/or community partners; develops attorney-client relationship; provides information and updates regarding case status; makes appropriate referrals; requests victim advocates and assists them as needed; and explains and advises regarding the investigative and judicial process.
- Conducts research and documentation for assigned cases; researches relevant case law and interprets in relation to the facts of the case; researches the terms, procedures or science used in other fields; prepares briefs and motions and responses to same; writes case summaries; drafts complaints, accusations, indictments, jury charges and supporting documents; and makes trial notes.
- Manages assigned caseload; attends scheduled court appearances; creates new case files; inputs and records case-related data and notes; logs case activities; closes files; receives and reviews calendars; and coordinates with court administration, clients, witnesses, experts and others.
- Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge in appropriate legal fields; attends conferences, seminars, meetings and training events relevant to area of expertise; keeps abreast of legal changes; and participates in professional organizations.
- Coordinates with community partners and the public to support and promote criminal justice efforts and crime prevention initiatives; educates and informs the community about the criminal justice system; may supervise and mentor student interns;and conducts and attends meetings with schools, government organizations, healthcare providers, interest groups or other community partners.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate Degree required.
- One year of experience in criminal justice, legal or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
- Possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
- Possess and maintain licensure from the State Bar of Georgia.
To Apply:
Submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample to Omar Davis at ordavis@dekalbcountyga.gov.
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Location: Augusta
Level: JSP 11 - JSP 14 (Judiciary Salary Plan).
Salary: $69,107 to $151,308
Duties:
- Conducts substantive legal research.
- Drafts legal memoranda, opinions and orders.
- Provides legal counsel and support to the judge and staff on matters affecting the administration of bankruptcy cases.
- Performs other duties as prescribed by the judge and staff, including administrative duties for chambers and supervising the term law clerk.
- Travel to other divisions located within the Southern District of Georgia may be necessary, depending upon the caseload.
Minimum Qualifications:
At the time of appointment, the applicant must be a graduate of an ABA accredited law school and member of a Bar with excellent professional and academic credentials including:
- Exceptional legal research, writing, and proofreading skills.
- Keen analytical ability and sound judgment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Windows, WestlawNext® and/or Lexis Advance®.
Prefered Qualifications:
- Post-JD bankruptcy litigation and motion practice experience at a law firm or public agency.
- Prior judicial clerkship.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Job Description:
- Demonstrate strong technical, persuasive and polished writing and speaking ability.
- Independently work with department heads to resolve issues, goals and matters.
- Have direct client contact on complex and policy level issues and advice.
- Exercise good judgment on legal and strategic issues.
- See and think through the big picture of a case, matter, issue or transaction.
- Ensure that all critical deadlines are met.
- Serves as the direct report for junior attorneys and other support staff assigned to the team.
- Actively participate in the development of others, including more junior lawyers, by presenting topics at department, sub-group or practice group meetings, particularly in the area of subject matter expertise.
- Be available for and provide consultation to other attorneys and staff within the department on matters related to his/her specific area of expertise.
- Speak on litigation matters at CLE seminars and participate in other community or legal events to enhance the department’s reputation in the legal community.
- Provide prompt and direct feedback on work done by junior lawyers.
- Work closely with the City Attorney’s Office by providing dates on the status of cases, matters or transactions and discussing issues related to litigation in the city, department or practice group.
- Be actively involved in activities such as development and delivery of client and community training and relationship development.
- Be actively involved in activities in the department and the city and display leadership roles in those activities.
- Be fully committed to and supportive of the cepartment, its policies and processes, especially the more junior attorneys and the staff.
- Set a good example for others.
- Be known in the legal community as an example of the quality and leadership of the city of Atlanta Law Department.
- Delegate and supervise work effectively as appropriate.
- Proactively identify and anticipate critical legal issues, assign legal research as appropriate, review junior lawyer work product and advise the city attorney of pertinent legal issues.
- As directed or delegated by the city attorney and or deputy, advise city departments and the city council on pertinent legal issues.
- Keep city attorney fully informed of critical developments, deadlines and upcoming events.
- Keep abreast of new developments in their subject matter field.
- Supervise caseload, including all litigation assigned to the team involving the city related to the Litigation Division.
- Serves as lead counsel on assigned litigation.
- Serves as first chair at trials and hearings.
- Participates in and supervises the junior attorney discovery process.
- Work across divisions and departments to achieve client goals
- Advise city departments, city council, and city boards and commissions on a variety of legal matters including the legal implications of any action, inaction or decision.
- Prepare, review and examine contracts, agreements, briefs, bid protests, dispute resolutions, ordinances and other legal documents for city departments from the perspective of the Litigation Division.
- Prepares all litigation-related documents (letters, pleadings, motions, resolutions, discovery, etc.) on behalf of the client.
- Perform legal research and provide legal opinions related to litigation for the city attorney as assigned.
- Respond to internal inquiries regarding various legal issues concerning city business.
- Prepare and present training for city departments in litigation practices.
- Attend and participate in professional groups to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the specific subject matter fields.
- Advise and assist the city attorney in all aspects of media and community relations as it relates to their subject matter expertise.
- Consistently provide reliable and sound advice, recommendations and judgment to the city attorney as a sounding board.
- Operates the Department of Law’s document management system with proficiency.
- Be available to provide assistance to the city attorney at any time the need may arise, recognizing that the city operates on a 24 hour a day, seven days a week schedule.
- Performs related duties as required
- Legal principles, practices and procedures of civil, constitutional and administrative law.
- Public Utilities, Public Elections and Redistricting and Public Safety Law and Practice.
- General and public contract law.
- Methods and techniques of legal research.
- Litigation strategies.
- Duties, powers and limitations of a city government.
- Appellate practices.
- Judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
- Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and documents.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree required.
- Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one year of employment.
- Must have at least 10 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ten plus years of experience as a practicing attorney in area of expertise.
- Knowledge of municipal law.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Job Description:
The attorney position will serve as a legal resource in the municipal governance team in the city’s Law Department, providing legal advice and counsel to various city department clients. The lawyers of the Municipal Governance Team (MGT) support various city departments and offices, including finance department, department of grants and community development, public safety departments (police, fire/rescue, corrections, code enforcement), mayor’s office, city council and others. In this position the attorney may work on a variety of transactions e.g., commercial finance transactions, including bonds, commercial paper and master lease transactions and other intergovernmental agreements, memorandums of understandings, as well as related legislative and regulatory matters and/or may also work providing advice, counsel and drafting support to the public safety departments. A key aspect of this role is the ability to apply legal advice effectively to the issues presented by clients. The role will be expected to have transactional law background, strong research and contract drafting skills. Prior litigation experience would also be preferred. This position will require the attorney to act as a resource to review, negotiate, revise and draft a variety of city contracts, generally in the form of memoranda of understanding and intergovernmental agreements, and will be responsible to draft, review and edit legislation when needed.
Key to success in this role is the ability to act in a professional and responsive manner on all matters, including at a minimum, taking the time to listen and understand clients’ needs and the complexities of the situation to ensure that legal advice, counseling and written communications are aligned with city processes, city of Atlanta municipal code and other applicable laws. The role may be required to supervise and manage outside counsel on the certain city department related matters. The lawyers of the municipal government team often collaborate with other members of the city’s Department of Law who represent other clients or subject matter areas.
Duties:
- Primarily support the various clients of the MGT as assigned by the division chief or senior attorneys.
- The role will also include providing advice and counsel to a variety of groups and departments within the city of Atlanta as needed.
- Ensure that all city processes are followed.
- Evaluate and communicate to internal stakeholders any risks and obligations and provide general legal advice as needed throughout the process of the matter.
- Establish productive relationships with the city agencies, departments and functional groups.
- Conduct legal research related to applicable municipal, state, and federal laws and regulations, and interpret laws, rulings and regulations to advise on legal matters.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree required.
- Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one year of employment.
- Must have at least 3-5 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in municipal, county and/or local law.
- Prior municipal finance experience.
- Some prior litigation experience.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Job Description:
This position will provide legal counsel and advice on the city of Atlanta’s (the city) environmental matters, including drinking water, wastewater and storm, water treatment and compliance; solid and hazardous waste management; sustainability and environmental nuisances, contamination and clean-ups. The position also supports other aspects of the drinking and wastewater systems including billing support and appeals, collections, contracts, real estate and land use.
This position includes supporting the legal needs of the state’s largest water and wastewater utility, the Department of Watershed Management; the world’s busiest airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport; and the city’s Office of Sustainability and Resilience. The attorney will also deliver legal advice to the Atlanta city council on legislation concerning environmental matters and other city departments as required.
Duties:
- Have substantial legal experience in environmental law, federal and state regulatory affairs including enforcement, land use and litigation.
- Possess a detailed working knowledge of federal, state and local laws concerning water supply, wastewater and stormwater; hazardous waste; solid waste; land disturbance and environmental statutes; and relevant regulations and case law.
- Possess a detailed working knowledge of legislative processes, have experience drafting legislation, and be familiar with Robert’s Rules of Order and meeting procedure.
- Draft and review contractual instruments including memoranda of understanding, land access agreements and settlement agreements
- Evaluate and communicate to internal stakeholders legal risk and obligations based on the client’s programmatic and business needs
- Establish productive relationships with the city agencies, departments and functional groups as well as external stakeholders.
- Conduct legal research related to applicable municipal, state and federal laws and regulations and interpret laws, rulings and regulations to advise on legal matters including procurement and contracts.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree required.
- Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one year of employment.
- Must have at least 10 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in municipal, county and/or constitutional law.
- Demonstrated experience with environmental law.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Job Description:
The deputy division chief is responsible to manage all legal aspects of the city’s procurement-to-contract process. Duties include supervising a team of attorneys grouped to support the development of the city’s contractual relationships through to contract execution.
The deputy division chief serves as the lead resource for the legal review and provision of advice and counsel on the city’s competitive bid and alternative sourcing processes, development and review of procurement-related legislation on behalf of clients, management of bid protests and appeals, as well as the drafting, review, negotiation and revision of procurement and other contracts, including construction contracts, general services agreements, professional services agreements, technology services agreements, inbound and outbound grants agreements, cooperative agreements and other city contracts; the modification of such contracts, and the resolution and/or escalation of disputes regarding such contracts.
The deputy division chief also plans for the long-term talent needs of the Contracts Management Services Team and identifies, coaches, and mentors employees. A significant aspect of the role is the development and support of tools and strategies that drive improved legal support for the procurement contracting process, including the development and continual enhancement of templates, playbooks and other tools that assist the team and ensure their highest level of productivity.
In addition, the deputy division chief establishes organizational strategy and policy within required legislative or executive limitations and modifies organization of the Contracts Management Services Team to achieve objectives. Success in the role will be measured by your ability to appropriately compile and manage the team while delivering quality contracts and appropriate legal advice and counsel on procurement matters in a collaborative, professional and timely manner.
Skills and Abilities:
- Exceptional research, drafting and negotiation skills.
- Have ability to deliver presentations to various internal audiences regarding procurement and contract matters, present to external audiences on bid protests and appeals.
- Make strategic recommendations on mediation, arbitration and/or litigation resulting from procurement and other contract disputes.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate degree required.
- Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one year of employment.
- Must have 15 plus years of post-graduate procurement and contracting experience and have progressive responsibility managing people and workflow.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law.
Demonstrated experience with construction law is a plus.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: McDonough
Salary: $81,789.75
The Henry County Solicitor-General’s Office has an immediate opening for an assistant solicitor-general. An assistant solicitor-general (ASG) prosecutes misdemeanor violations in the State Court of Henry County.
Job Description:
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-general. ASG should demonstrate considerable knowledge of state laws, court proceedings and rules of evidence, as well as the policies and procedures of the Solicitor-General’s Office. The ASG must show an ability to communicate and work with the public, judges and court personnel. The ASG must have adequate oral and written communication skills. Work is performed in an office and in a courtroom, sometimes for long periods. Intermittent sitting, standing, walking and occasional lifting of light objects are necessary functions of the position.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate is required.
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
- Prosecution experience is preferred, but not required.
- Candidate should be able to pass a criminal background check.
To Apply:
Send your resume, cover letter and any references to:
Pamela M. Bettis
Solicitor-General
Henry County Solicitor-General’s Office
Attn: Michele Stephens, Legal Office Administrator
One Judicial Center, Suite 350
McDonough, GA 30253
or via email to hcsg@co.henry.ga.usa
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $94,452
Justice Shawn LaGrua is currently accepting applications for a law clerk for a term of one year to begin in summer 2025.
Duties:
The responsibilities of a clerk include:
- Legal research.
- Drafting opinions, memoranda on applications to appeal and summaries of records and briefs.
- Reviewing opinions and memoranda prepared and circulated by other justices and the court’s central staff.
- Supervising law student interns.
Minimum Qualifications*:
- Outstanding academic performance in law school and undergraduate studies.
- Demonstrated proficiency in writing and legal analysis, and great integrity and character.
*Term clerks employed for a term of no more than one year are not required to be admitted to the State Bar of Georgia (OCGA §15-2-19).
To Apply:
Send an email to resume@gasupreme.us with the subject line: Law Clerk for 2024—Justice Shawn LaGrua. Attach the following materials as separate PDF files:
- Cover letter explaining interest in the position.
- Resume including GPA and class rank in law school and in undergraduate studies.
- Law school transcript.
- Writing sample (not heavily edited by others).
- List of three references (judges, lawyers or law professors).
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $94,452
Justice Charles Bethel is currently accepting applications for a law clerk for a term of one year to begin in summer 2025.
Duties:
The responsibilities of a clerk include:
- Legal research.
- Drafting opinions, memoranda on applications to appeal and summaries of records and briefs.
- Reviewing opinions and memoranda prepared and circulated by other justices and the court’s central staff.
- Supervising law student interns.
Minimum Qualifications*:
- Outstanding academic performance in law school and undergraduate studies.
- Demonstrated proficiency in writing and legal analysis, and great integrity and character.
*Term clerks employed for a term of no more than one year are not required to be admitted to the State Bar of Georgia (OCGA §15-2-19).
To Apply:
Send an email to resume@gasupreme.us with the subject line: Law Clerk for 2025—Justice Charles Bethel. Attach the following materials as separate PDF files:
- Cover letter explaining interest in the position.
- Resume including GPA and class rank in law school and in undergraduate studies.
- Law school transcript.
- Writing sample (not heavily edited by others).
- List of three references (judges, lawyers or law professors).
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Salary: $56,250 to $117,786
The Cordele Judicial Circuit is seeking applications for a state-paid assistant district attorney to evaluate criminal cases that come into the office and to represent the state in the resolution of the cases via dismissal, plea negotiations, trial and appeals.
Job Responsibilities:
- Drafts accusations and indictments; evaluates and researches potential defenses; dismisses cases not prosecutable.
- Reads cases submitted by investigators; reads police reports; determines whether further investigation is needed; approves or returns cases for more work; researches alternative crimes; reads and researches case law.
- Determines appropriate sentence recommendations; attends arraignment calendars; attends pre-trial conferences with judge and defense attorneys.
- Subpoenas appropriate witnesses for motions; researches and argues all pretrial and post-trial motions; files motions in appropriate time frame prior to trial.
- Complies with discovery requirements by copying and mailing documents.
- Works with trial team investigators and other ADAs to coordinate witnesses and evidence for trials; gathers and labels evidence.
- Negotiates pleas to dispose of cases.
- Interviews witnesses, victims, experts and the police; questions potential jurors and selects jury.
- Develops trial strategy for each case; organizes opening and closing arguments; presents evidence at trial; consults with supervisors about trial strategy.
- Reads appellate briefs and case transcripts; researches and writes responses to briefs.
- Represents state in probation revocation hearings; responds to parole notices.
- Handles telephone calls from attorneys, witnesses and concerned citizens.
- Determines appropriate bond amounts.
- Attends meetings.
- Maintains continuing education requirements.
Qualifications:
- Background in litigation.
- Member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
- Admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Georgia and Court of Appeals of Georgia or be in good standing with another state’s bar association and eligible for reciprocal admission to the State Bar of Georgia.
- Trial experience preferred.
To Apply:
Submit resume and cover letter to: Office of the District Attorney, Cordele Judicial Circuit, P.O. Box 5510, Cordele, GA 31010 or email brigby@pacga.org.
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The District Attorney’s Office in the Conasauga Judicial Circuit has an opening for an assistant district attorney.
Job Description:
- Reviews reports submitted by law enforcement to determine whether further investigation is needed; approves or returns cases for more work; researches alternative crimes; reads and researches case law.
- Drafts accusations and indictments; evaluates and researches potential defenses; negotiates pleas to dispose of cases; dismisses cases not prosecutable.
- Develops trial strategy for each case, presents cases to grand jury; questions witnesses; answers juror’s questions; determines appropriate sentence recommendations; calls arraignment calendars; attends pre-trial conferences with judge and defense attorneys.
- Subpoenas appropriate witnesses for motions; researches and argues all pretrial and post-trial motions; files motions in appropriate time frame prior to trial.
- Complies with discovery requirements by copying and mailing documents.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or be in good standing of another state’s bar association that is eligible for reciprocity admittance to the State Bar of Georgia; and be admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Georgia and Court of Appeals of Georgia.
Candidates are subject to a background check. Applicants selected for hire will be subject to fingerprinting, a criminal history background check, a motor vehicle driver’s history check and pre-employment drug screening; employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of each investigation.
To Apply:
Submit resume and cover letter to April Parker at aparker@whitfieldcountyga.com.
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Location: Canton, GA
Salary: $68,105+
Job Description:
- Conducts research which may include review of legal reference material, case files, digests, pleadings and other legal documents.
- Prepares court orders, motions in consultation with judge.
- Communicates with attorneys, parties and public regarding status of cases, procedures of the court.
- Completes special projects assigned by judge.
- Prepares jury trial charges.
- Performs general administrative tasks such as typing, filing, answering telephones, mail sorting and delivery.
- Updates legal resources such as Shepard’s Citations, Georgia Reports, Georgia Digests, etc.
- Observes courtroom proceedings, offers opinions on the proceedings as requested by judge.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree required.
- Must possess a valid State Bar of Georgia license or have taken the last bar examination and are awaiting results.
- Must maintain active membership in the State Bar of Georgia and be in good standing.
To Apply:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, three references and writing sample to Jody Overcash at jovercash@brjc.net.
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Principal Duties:
- Provides zealous, effective and professional legal representation to clients charged with criminal offenses.
- Interviews clients to determine all relevant facts.
- Protects the rights of clients.
- Promptly investigates the facts or cause for the facts of a case to be investigated.
- Research or cause to be researched the applicable laws, cases and statutes to the clients’ case.
- Interviews witnesses and prepares them when applicable for trial.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Virgin Islands Bar, or Special Admissions in accordance with Supreme Court Rule (202) with commitment on taking the V.I. Bar Examination.
To Apply:
Send a resume, cover letter and other credentials to: Kieran J. Isidore, administrator, at kieran.isidore@otpd.vi.gov and/or Renelle C. Stephens, CPM, ssistant administrator, at renelle.stephens@otpd.vi.gov.
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Location: Houston County
Salary Range: $61,027.20 - $66,019.20
Job Description:
The following duties are normal for this position.
- Provides legal representation to eligible defendants.
- Represents defendants in criminal jury trials, non-jury trials, preliminary hearings, probation violation hearings, motion hearings, bond hearings, jury trial calendar calls, non-jury trial calendar calls or other legal actions.
- Conducts initial interviews and jail visits with clients; maintains ongoing communications with clients and family members to discuss details of case.
- Conducts investigations of cases; conducts research; collects/reviews information; obtains statements from victims, witnesses and law enforcement personnel.
- Consults with public defender, district attorney, judges, staff attorneys and other staff members to discuss cases as needed.
- Conducts plea bargain negotiations.
- Prepares for and conducts trials; performs jury selection; prepares/presents opening statements; performs direct and cross examinations; presents evidence; argues motions and objections; prepares jury instructions, closing arguments, publication of verdicts and sentencing; handles appeals processes.
- Negotiates sentence recommendations as appropriate based on legal and factual information.
- Performs legal research functions; reviews current and updated case law and statutes.
- Compiles and/or tracks various administrative and/or statistical data pertaining to departmental operations.
- Processes a variety of documentation associated with departmental operations, per established procedures and within designated timeframes.
- Prepares routine correspondence, forms, reports, pleadings, motions, briefs and other documents.
- Receives various forms, correspondence and other documentation.
- Maintains current publications, manuals, policies/procedures, bulletins, etc., for reference and/or review.
- Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws and regulations; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of civil and criminal law, torts, contracts, civil rights, administrative process, and real property;
- Knowledge of the practices, policies, procedures and methods of the juvenile, magistrate, state and superior courts.
- Knowledge of the functions, programs and documentation associated with the juvenile, magistrate, state and superior courts.
- Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, practices and references utilized in legal research.
- Knowledge of court structure and court procedures; knowledge of the form and content of various legal instruments and documents.
- Knowledge of legal books.
- Knowledge of departmental functions, organization, and policies.
- Knowledge of standard office and legal office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of filing and recordkeeping methods.
- Skill in operating standard office equipment and utilizing various computer software programs relevant to the position.
- Ability to interpret and apply state civil and criminal law, torts, contracts, civil rights, administrative process and real property.
- Ability to assess situations, ascertain facts, and make appropriate decisions.
- Ability to interpret and apply laws firmly, tactfully and impartially.
- Ability to handle complex trial and appellate litigation; ability to understand departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
- Ability to organize work activities and establish priorities.
- Ability to carry out projects with minimal supervision.
- Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of department information.
- Ability to gather and compile data for reports.
- Ability to prepare detailed and concise reports.
- Ability to present complex ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to speak effectively in public.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree required.
- One year of experience in practicing law, criminal defense or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
- Must possess and maintain valid State Bar of Georgia license.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Salary: $76,660 - $114,989
Essential Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Represents clients in court at various stages of cases.
- Investigates and prepares cases for hearings and trials.
- Represents clients at pre-trial conferences.
- Coordinates post-adjudication/disposition/conviction follow-up and relief.
- Conducts case research and documentation.
- Communicates with, advises and advocates for indigent clients.
- Manages caseload.
- Maintains and upgrades knowledge in appropriate legal fields.
- Communicates with other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, present or exchange information, provide legal counsel and interpretation, or resolve problems.
- Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations within designated timeframes and per established procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate Degree required; supplemented by nine years of experience as a practicing criminal defense attorney, including lead or supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
- Must be member of the State Bar of Georgia.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $65,000 minimum/commensurate with experience
Job Summary:
Attorneys in this section handle post-conviction litigation in cases in which the death penalty was imposed beginning at the direct appeal stage and continuing through all state and federal habeas corpus cases. In addition, attorneys in this section also provide assistance on interlocutory appeals in potential death penalty cases as well as advice to district attorneys who try the cases.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepares briefs on behalf of the State in murder direct appeals and in habeas corpus cases in state and federal courts.
- Participates in evidentiary hearings and appears in state and federal habeas cases to argue motions and appeals.
- Prepares final orders in state habeas corpus cases.
- Researches and prepares pleadings, motions and briefs.
- Works with expert witnesses.
- Conducts research on pertinent legal issues; keeps abreast of recent legislation
- Travel, as required, for in-person evidentiary hearings (typically not much travel is required due to hearings being conducted virtually).
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Member of the State Bar of Georgia and graduation from an accredited law school.
- Position requires strong writing skills.
- Preference will be given to those who have federal court experience.
- Travel is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong writing and research skills.
- Experience in appellate litigation.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $65,000 minimum/commensurate with experience
Job Summary:
Attorneys in this division represent the state of Georgia in the enforcement of laws and regulations to protect Georgia consumers and legitimate businesses from unfair and deceptive commercial practices. The division addresses some of the most pressing issues affecting Georgians, including exploitation of the elderly and disabled, sales of unproven medical treatments, misleading advertising, unlawful debt collection, data breaches and the opioid crisis. The Consumer Protection Division’s efforts can result in restitution to consumers, payments to the state in the form of civil penalties and injunctive terms to establish business practices moving forward that comply with applicable laws. The division helps achieve the goal of having businesses compete fairly and operate on a level playing field.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with civil investigators to investigate business practices, interview consumers and evaluate their complaints, issue civil investigative demands and subpoenas, take testimony and attempt to negotiate appropriate resolutions.
- Litigate to enforce consumer protection laws either by initiating administrative proceedings or by filing complaints in state or federal court.
- Perform a wide range of investigations in partnership with their counterparts in other state Attorneys General Offices and federal agencies.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited law school and member of the State Bar of Georgia.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $65,000 minimum/commensurate with experience
Job Summary:
Duties of an attorney in this section include, but are not limited to: defending state agencies, public colleges and universities and state officers/employees in employment discrimination lawsuits in state and federal court; providing general representation to assigned clients including the Georgia Department of Labor, the state’s public retirement systems, the State Personnel Board and the Veterans Services Board. Travel is occasionally required for this position. Teleworking is available.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Appears in state and federal courts to try cases and argue motions and appeals.
- Conducts legal research and keeps abreast of recent legal developments.
- Prepares pleadings, motions and briefs.
- Prepares discovery requests and responses, including e-discovery.
- Takes and defends depositions.
- Provides general legal advice and/or representation to clients/agencies.
- May be called upon to present training material on relevant subject matter to client agencies.
- Attends continuing legal education seminars as required;
- Travel, as required by the position (typically travel is limited).
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited law school and member of the State Bar of Georgia.
Preferred Qualifications:
One year of general litigation experience.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Atlanta
Salary: $65,000 minimum/commensurate with experience
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Attorneys in this section provide legal advice and representation to the Office of Health Planning of the Department of Community Health, the Georgia Public Service Commission, the Access to Medical Cannabis Commission and the Insurance Commissioner, as well as representing the state in antitrust cases. For the Office of Health Planning and the Public Service Commission, attorneys represent the divisions of the agency before hearing officers and agency heads, and then defend the final agency decision on appeal. For the Access to Medical Cannabis Commission, attorneys advise the client on the implementation of the Hope Act, and defends its selection of licensees. While this section represents the Insurance Commissioner’s office in contested cases and rulemakings, the bulk of the work has related to the liquidation of insolvent insurance companies, which can involve bringing claims against parties that contributed to the insolvency of an insurance company as well as defending the Insurance Commissioner against claims the liquidation was mishandled. The antitrust work for this section generally involves federal/state or multistate litigation. The section also represents the Georgia Commission on Equal Opportunity, the Trauma Care Network Commission, the State Board of Workers’ Compensation, the Secretary of State’s Office in selected areas, the Commission on Women and the Subsequent Injury Trust Fund. Finally, the Section represents the state in data breach, Class Action Fairness Act and payday lending matters.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Participates in administrative hearings and appears in state and federal courts to try cases and argue motions and appeals.
- Researches and prepares pleadings, motions and briefs.
- Attends depositions; works with expert witnesses.
- Participates in settlement negotiations.
- Prepares discovery requests and responses.
- Provides legal advice and/or representation to clients/agencies; drafts memoranda of advice.
- Conducts research on pertinent legal issues; keeps abreast of recent legal developments.
- Participates in multistate working groups.
- Reviews sign-on opportunities for letters, comments and briefs.
- Drafts formal opinions in response to legal questions.
- Responds to inquiries from citizens, legislators, and judges.
- Attends client, board, departmental and division meetings as required.
- Attends continuing legal education seminars as required; makes presentations at same.
- Travel, as required by the position (typically not much travel is required).
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited law school and member of the State Bar of Georgia.
Preferred Qualifications:
Some litigation experience.
Excellent writing skills.
To Apply:
Click here for full job description and application instructions.
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Location: Sam Nunn Atlanta Federal Center in Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: $80,830 (GS 12 limited experience); $96,117 (GS-13 experienced)
The Office of the General Counsel generally hires attorneys with limited experience (GS 12) with a starting salary of $80,830 and above or experienced attorneys (GS-13) at a starting salary of $96,117 and above. The positions are located in the Sam Nunn Atlanta Federal Center in Atlanta. All attorneys must be active members in good standing of the bar of any state, Washington, D.C. or U.S. Territory. Applicants should possess outstanding academic qualifications such as experience on Law Review or an equivalent legal journal, a Moot Court Team and academic standing in the top third of their law school class. Significant litigation and/or judicial clerkship experience is desirable. Applicants should also be able to demonstrate excellent research and writing skills.
Assistant regional counsel represent the Social Security Administration when decisions issued by the agency are subject to judicial review in federal court. Assistant regional counsel also provide guidance to and represent the agency in employment litigation before the EEOC, MSPB and labor arbitrators. There are also opportunities for attorneys to handle a variety of other legal issues including privacy and disclosure, civil rights and federal tort claims.
To Apply:
Complete applications must include a resume, a copy of an official law school transcript, a legal writing sample (preferably a legal brief) and a cover letter. Veterans who qualify for a veteran preference must so indicate in a cover letter and submit a copy of the DD214. Applicants should identify current active Bar membership on their resume.
Submit complete applications to the Office of the General Counsel at: ATL.OGC.Recruitment@ssa.gov.
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Visit the U.S. Department of Justice website to search current attorney vacancies. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply; however, please note that due to temporary funding restrictions the U.S.D.O.J. may not be able to fill all of the currently advertised positions.
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