Assistant Federal Defenders represent clients across the Northern District of Georgia charged with federal
criminal offenses ranging from misdemeanors to capital felonies. Applicants must also possess the ability
to communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, colleagues, staff, court, and agency personnel as part of
their employment. Responsibilities include:
- Trying cases;
- Meeting with, counseling, and collaborating with clients and team members, including investigators,
paralegals, social workers, and mitigation specialists;
- Reviewing discovery;
- Planning and conducting team meetings;
- Interviewing fact and expert witnesses;
- Interacting effectively with court personnel;
- Participating in weekly roundtable case strategy sessions;
- Developing litigation strategies,
- Preparing pleadings;
- Assisting CJA panel attorneys; and
- Appearing on behalf of clients in trial and appellate courts.
The position requires travel for investigation, litigation, and training. Defender attorneys may not engage in
the private practice of law. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the United States.
All applicants must hold a law degree and be a member in good standing of the Georgia Bar or be
prepared to promptly sit for the Georgia Bar. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience or
judicial clerkship, strong research and writing skills and a firm commitment to the representation of indigent
clients. Prior federal criminal defense experience is a plus for this listing.
Apply at the link below. Required uploads include a cover letter discussing your interest in the position,
CV, a relevant writing sample such as a motion or brief, and contact information for two references.
Please answer all questions to be considered. You will only hear from us if you are granted an interview.
https://www.cognitoforms.com/FederalDefenderProgram/ApplyNowForThePositi...
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