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Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia · 1 day ago

Assistant Solicitor General

Morrow, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$84K/yr - $107K/yr

1+ years exp

The Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Solicitor General in the Fulton County Solicitor General’s Office. The role involves assisting in courtroom proceedings, preparing cases for trial, conducting legal research, and managing a caseload while serving as a liaison with victims and community partners.

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Responsibilities

Assists in the conduct of bench and jury trials, preliminary and pretrial hearings, and related courtroom proceedings: prepares and argues motions; may assist with jury selection, opening and closing statements, evidence presentation, and witness questioning; makes bond and sentencing recommendations

Investigates, evaluates, and prepares cases for trial: requests and inspects records and evidence; prepares graphics and exhibits; prepares and serves discovery; makes investigative requests; interviews victims, law enforcement, and witnesses; observes crime scenes; obtains and reviews scientific results and analysis; subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial; determines need for, procures, and interviews expert witnesses; anticipates legal issues; assists in the development of case strategies; presents cases to superiors

Conducts case research and documentation: researches relevant case law and interprets in relation to the facts of the case; prepares briefs and motions and responses to same; writes case summaries; drafts complaints, accusations, discovery, and supporting documents

Prepares cases for accusal and arraignment: reviews case file and analyze the facts and evidence of the case; reviews criminal histories of defendants; determines appropriateness of diversion, dismissal or charges; reviews accuracy of jurisdiction, venue, and scope of arrest powers; ensures sufficient probable cause; drafts formal charges; and requests bindovers

Conducts pre-trial case resolution: conducts plea negotiations; mediates between adverse parties; pleads case in court; and completes restitution requests

Communicates and serves as a liaison with victims, family, witnesses, and community partners: provides updates regarding case status; requests victim advocates and assists them as needed; and explains and advises regarding the investigative and judicial process

Manages caseload: attends scheduled court appearances, including plea and arraignment, status, case management, final plea, motions, and trial calendar and schedules trial and hearing dates with judges and case managers

Coordinates with community partners and the public to support and promote criminal justice, code enforcement, and crime prevention initiatives: educates and informs the community about the criminal justice system; and conducts and attends meetings with schools, government organizations, healthcare providers, interest groups, or other community partners

Qualification

Juris Doctorate DegreeGeorgia State Bar AssociationCriminal Justice ExperienceCase ResearchTrial PreparationPlea NegotiationsCommunity EngagementCommunication Skills

Required

Juris Doctorate Degree required

One year(s) of experience in criminal justice, legal, or generally related field

Registered as a member of the Georgia State Bar Association

Possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license

Benefits

Annual bonuses with consideration for advancement every six months

Company

Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia

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).

Founded in 1975

Morrow, Georgia, USA

11-50 employees