Attorney 4Applylocations: Atlantatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 7 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: August 26, 2026 (23 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR0000001474Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title:Attorney 4Job Requisition ID:JR0000001474Number of Openings:0Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:**Job Description:The Georgia Public Defender Council's Appellate Division is seeking to hire an experienced Appellate Attorney. The Assistant Public Defender 4 will be required to review the work of other appellate attorneys and provide feedback, as well as be available to mentor new attorneys interested in appellate cases. The Attorney will have a caseload but will also be required to assist the Appellate Director with managing the Appellate Division by providing oversight and training as needed. This position requires extensive reading and organizational skills. Applicants must be a current member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.Interested applicants should apply on and send a cover letter and resume to Cynthia Harrison at charrison@gapubdef.org. Description of Duties: The Assistant Public Defender 4 provides competent, diligent, and zealous appellate representation to indigent clients. As an expert-level appellate attorney, this position handles the office's most serious, high-profile, and complex appeals. Responsibilities include independently managing all aspects of appellate litigation, including reviewing trial records, conducting legal research, developing appellate strategy, drafting briefs and motions, and presenting oral arguments. This role requires exceptional legal judgment, advanced legal research and writing skills, and the ability to analyze and resolve complex legal issues. Performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Juris Doctorate in a related area 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 followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring or reciprocity and three (3) years of relevant legal experience; or three (3) years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 3 (LEP022).Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.#J-18808-Ljbffr
