This file updated: Monday, August 09, 2010.
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GPDSC Capital Fact Investigator GPDSC Capital Mitigation Specialist Houston County Public Defender's Office Newton County Public Defender’s Office |
Newton County Public Defender’s Office
The Newton County Public Defender’s Office is seeking an attorney to fill the position of Assistant Public Defender. Under general supervision, the individual will be responsible for litigating cases, writing legal opinions, conducting legal research, and advising clients. The candidate will also function as lead or co-counsel at trials and assist supervising attorney as needed.
Job Responsibilities
Provides advice and counsel to clients on a variety of legal matters. Responds to requests for information and provides answers, opinions, and recommendations regarding legal issues.
 | Advises clients on all matters affected by applicable laws and regulations and of legal ramifications. |
| Responds to inquiries regarding legal determinations and disseminates written responses or reports to interested parties. |
| Reviews subpoenas, court orders, affidavits, and other legal documents. |
Prepares and coordinates cases prior to and during court trials and subsequent appeals.
| Conducts legal research, analyzes statutes, case law, evidence and other relevant information in order to develop case strategies. |
| Investigates cases, gathers information, and identifies and reviews facts and issues in the preparation for trials in order to determine facts of the case. |
| Gathers documents, secures and prepares appropriate witnesses, prepares exhibits, and/or prepares for court appearances |
| Compiles and submits evidence, legal documents, reports, and statements in connection with litigation/mitigation. |
| Appears with and for defendants in court, making appropriate legal motions, pleas, and arguments on points of law. |
| Participates in jury selection; makes opening statements and final arguments and summations in the defense of the accused. |
| Prepares petitions, briefs, arguments, motions, pleadings, and other legal instruments, reports, and correspondence, and argues in the appropriate forum – trial or mitigation phase. |
| Presents oral arguments in applicable forum, presents evidence, conducts direct and cross-examination of witnesses, asks appropriate questions and follow-ups. |
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. |
Creates and maintains a high performance environment characterized by positive leadership and a strong team orientation.
| Defines goals and/or required results at the beginning of performance period and gains acceptance of ideas by creating a shared vision. |
| Communicates regularly with staff on progress toward defined goals and/or required results, providing specific feedback and initiating corrective action when defined goals and/or results are not met. |
| Maintains an organizational structure designed to maintain efficiency and thoroughness. |
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. |
| Accepts responsibility for mistakes and takes action to prevent similar occurrences. |
| Uses as appropriate, established channels of communication. |
Requisite Skills
| Knowledge of statutes, court decisions, state and federal laws and regulations and departmental policy. |
| Ability to perform research and analysis and draft legal instruments, contracts, proposed legislation and legal opinions. |
| Ability to analyze, appraise and organize facts and present such materials in clear and logical form for oral and written presentation. |
| Ability to determine compliance with rules and regulations |
| Ability to maintain a clear organizational structure and develop an efficient system to process a high caseload effectively and in a timely manner. |
Qualifications
1. A law-degree from an ABA-accredited law school, and
2. Licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia
Apply to:
Anthony Carter
Public Defender
Alcovy Judicial Circuit
1160 Pace Street
Post Office Box 430
Covington, Georgia 30014
or by facsimile to (770) 788-3757 or email to acarter@co.newton.ga.us
(Posted on G.A.C.D.L. website 8/9/10)
GPDSC Capital Fact Investigator
Position: Contract Fact Investigator, Capital Litigation
Georgia Public Defender Standards Council, Conflicts Division
Location: Atlanta, Monroe, and Macon, GA
Deadline: March 22, 2010
The Georgia Public Defender Standards Council (GPDSC), Conflicts Division, seeks Contract Fact Investigators for indigent defendants in capital cases in Walton, Bibb, and Fulton counties. We are seeking investigators committed to zealous, high quality, and client-centered representation. Experience in preparation of cases for capital or criminal litigation; knowledge of broad application of criminal investigation procedures and techniques and laws pertaining to evidence; knowledge of forensic and scientific evidence is preferred. Job requirements include the ability to determine the essential physical aspects of a crime scene for diagramming and photographing purposes; the ability to interview others to elicit pertinent information; the ability to rapidly make detailed observations; the ability to accurately recall and to verbally present information concisely; the ability to organize and clearly express information in concise written form. Applicant must be willing to travel extensively, if necessary. Compensation is negotiable.
Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, employment history, writing sample, and names and addresses of three references to:
James S. Stokes,
Director, Conflicts Division
GPDSC
jstokes@gpdsc.org
Email submission is preferred.
If necessary, submit written materials to:
James S. Stokes,
Director, Conflicts Division,
GPDSC
104 Marietta St., Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30303
(Posted on G.A.C.D.L. website 3/12/10)
GPDSC Capital Mitigation Specialist
Position: Contract Mitigation Specialist, Capital Litigation
Location: Georgia Public Defender Standards Council, Conflicts Division
Atlanta, Monroe, and Macon, GA
Deadline: March 22, 2010
The Georgia Public Defender Standards Council (GPDSC), Conflicts Division, seeks Mitigation Specialists for indigent defendants in capital cases in Walton, Bibb, and Fulton Counties. We are seeking Mitigation Specialists committed to zealous, high quality, and client-centered representation. The Mitigation Specialist is responsible primarily for the development and preparation of evidence to be presented in the penalty phase of capital cases. The Mitigation Specialist provides the Attorneys with documentary and witness information, professional analysis of issues, and evidence to present to the jury considering the imposition of the death penalty. An MSW, BSW, or degree in a related field, as well as several years experience in capital and/or criminal litigation, and knowledge of social history and mental health issues in the context of capital trials, is preferred. Applicants must be willing and able to travel throughout Georgia, when necessary. Compensation is negotiable.
Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, employment history, writing sample, and names and contact information for three references to:
James S. Stokes
Director, Conflicts Division
GPDSC
jstokes@gpdsc.org
Email submission is preferred.
If necessary, submit written materials to:
James S. Stokes
Director, Conflicts Division
GPDSC
104 Marietta St., Suite 200
Atlanta, GA 30303
(Posted on G.A.C.D.L. website 3/12/10)
Houston County Public Defender Office
The Houston County Public Defender's Office has an open position for Assistant Public Defender with a salary range from $46,300.80 to $56,368.00.
Houston is an opt-out circuit and operates under a different pay scale and benefits package than the state system. Applications and resumes should be directed to the Personnel Department in Warner Robins or call 478-542-2005. That information will then be forwarded to my office and interviews scheduled.
Nick White
Houston County Public Defender
201 Perry Pkwy
Perry, GA 31069
478-218-4870
Fax 478- 218-4875
nwhite@houstoncountyga.org
(Posted on G.A.C.D.L. website11/30/09)
