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Prosecuting Attorneys'​ Council of Georgia · 1 month ago

Senior Assistant District Attorney

The DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a Senior Assistant District Attorney to work in its Trial Unit. The role involves investigating and prosecuting cases, preparing witnesses for trial, and advising law enforcement personnel on legal issues.

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Responsibilities

Investigating and prosecuting felony and misdemeanor cases
Reviewing case files and ensuring that all relevant evidence has been secured, properly documented, and organized for efficient disposition of the investigation or prosecution
Interviewing lay, expert and law enforcement witnesses
Analyzing case files and drafting memoranda concerning charging decisions
Presenting cases to grand juries
Trying cases
Examining and preparing witnesses for trial
Planning trial strategy and researching all points of law
Drafting memoranda regarding complex legal issues
Researching, writing, and arguing motions and court orders
Training law enforcement personnel on issues, including obtaining necessary evidence to prosecute crimes
Advising law enforcement personnel on various legal issues
Negotiating with opposing counsel
Assisting in the training and mentoring of junior attorneys and staff
Reporting to a Trial Unit Deputy Chief Assistant District Attorney
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Prosecutorial experienceJury trial experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsIndependenceLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsDetail-orientedTeamwork

Required

Licensed member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia
Minimum of five years of prosecutorial experience in Georgia
Extensive jury trial experience as First Chair to verdict
Ability to multitask and work under occasionally stressful time constraints
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Detail-oriented
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to work well in a team environment
Ability to work independently
Strong sense of personal responsibility and leadership skills
Commitment to serving the community and working with the public
Completion and satisfactory results of a criminal background check

Company

Prosecuting Attorneys'​ Council of Georgia

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Established in 1975, the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia (PAC) is the overarching government agency supporting Georgia prosecutors, law enforcement and their staff including 50 District Attorney Offices (Felony cases) and 66 Solicitor-General Offices (Misdemeanor cases).

Funding

Current Stage
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Leadership Team

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Chris Jones
Chief Financial Officer
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