Staff Attorney State Court

Full Time Position Available:

State Court

Staff Attorney (Grade 22/ Starting at $77717.22 annual)

This position provides support to the Judge primarily in civil matters by reviewing cases providing legal advice and communicating with parties and counsel.

Main Duties:

• Researches case law and may advise court actions
• Provides support for various pre-trial motions including motions for summary judgement discovery disputes motions for default judgement etc.
• Maintains efficient workflow of civil cases and misdemeanor criminal cases
• Assists in the scheduling of hearings and attends hearings as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of law.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Current membership in the State Bar of Georgia or waiting on Bar Exam results

The deadline for submission: until the position is filled.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume via email to Rhonda Franklin State Court Administrator

* Note: This is a Non-Civil Service county position. Non-Civil Service employees are exempt from traditional merit-based civil service rules competitive examinations and rigid tenure protections.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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