Assistant Solicitor

JOB SUMMARY:

Assigned to trial team and will be responsible for all duties that are required to be handled by an attorney for that team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepares accusations when the Solicitor General’s Officer receives warrants or citations from law enforcement agencies; reviews accusations for accuracy, completeness, and legality; determines if additional investigation is necessary.

Appears in court for probation revocations, bench trials, arraignments, traffic arraignments, bond hearings, drug court, and jury trials and any other criminal state court matters.

Prepares for jury trials; reviews cases to ensure all witnesses are subpoenaed; prepares plea recommendations; communicates with defendant’s attorneys regarding plea negotiations; research case law regarding charges; prepares appropriate motions and jury charges.

Research case law in preparation for motions; subpoenas witnesses, conducts motion hearings, and argues motions to the court.

Provides assistance to law enforcement regarding legal questions.

Meets with victims and their families to discuss sentencing recommendations.

Drafts appellate briefs and motions.

Performs other relevant work as assigned.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Follow office policy regarding sentence conformity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

3rd year law school student currently attending law school

or

Recently graduated law school

or

Juris Doctorate

Practice areas include: criminal litigation, administrative proceedings, appellate practice, contracts, local government.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must be a member of the Georgia Bar Association.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Willing to gain knowledge of state laws, court proceedings, rules of evidence, policies, procedures, and activities of the Solicitor’s office as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Assistant Attorney. 

Willing to gain knowledge of alternative sentencing regulations and available sentencing facilities.

Willing to gain knowledge of judiciary transcripts, police reports, crime lab reports, medical reports, intoximeter results, criminal history reports, and procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties. 

Willing to gain knowledge of word processing and database computer applications, utilizing word processing in the preparation of legal motions and briefs, and using database applications for performing research functions as required.

Willing to gain knowledge and keep abreast of any changes in law, policies, regulations and methods as they relate to departmental operations and activities. 

Willing to gain knowledge of the terminology used within the department. 

Willing to gain knowledge of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, state and federal case law, and the Uniform Rules of State Court. 

Skill in computer applications, utilizing software in the preparation of legal documents and with software used in the research of laws and the interpretation of law, case histories, and other pertinent information. 

Ability to compile, organize, prepare and maintain an assortment of records, reports and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, other staff members, and the public at large. 

Ability to use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations. 

Ability to utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments. 

Ability to plan, organize and/or prioritize daily assignments and work activities. 

Ability to comprehend and apply regulations and procedures of the department. 

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

ADA Minimum Qualifications:

Physical Ability:

Essential functions of this position continuously require the ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing); operate a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copier, and printer. Incumbents must continuously be able to think analytically; handle stress and emotion, concentrate on tasks, remember names and other details; examine and observe details; make decisions, and adjust to change. Incumbents must also continuously direct others; meet deadlines; stay organized; use math/calculations and use a keyboard/type.

Essential Functions frequently require the ability to move about inside the office; and move/transport items up to 10lbs.

Essential functions occasionally require the ability to bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs, and twisting at the waist, hips or knees; reach overhead; push or pull; and repetitively use hands/arms/legs. Incumbents in this position are occasionally required to be on-call and work irregular hours.

Sensory Requirements:

Essential functions regularly require the ability to use effective verbal and written communication; and use of hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation to use equipment.

Environmental Factors:

Essential functions of this position continuously require the ability to either work with others or work alone.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all-inclusive, as it is intended to identify the major respon-sibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.