Job Title: Assistant District Attorney
Organization: 24 District Attorney, Conyers, GA, US
Salary: $62, to $62, annually
Experience: Law degree and licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia. One year of litigation experience preferred.
H1: Assistant District Attorney: Prepare and Prosecute Legal Actions in Rockdale County
H2: Essential Functions and Additional Duties
- Responsible for preparing and prosecuting legal actions against persons charged with violating criminal laws in Rockdale County.
- Manages a large trial calendar of felony, misdemeanor, traffic, and juvenile cases.
- Analyzes and prepares cases for disposition, conducts jury selection, and argues motions in court.
- Determines appropriate bonds for accused individuals and provides statutorily mandated notices to crime victims.
- Provides direction and guidance to investigative and administrative members of an assigned trial unit.
- Prepares cases for trial, negotiates pleas with defense counsel, and makes recommendations for sentencing.
- May be expected to perform any related duties as required by the District Attorney or other proper authority.
H2: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of State, Federal, and local laws related to criminal law.
- Skill in legal research and drafting legal documents.
- Ability to analyze difficult and complex legal problems and perform legal research.
- Ability to present statements and arguments clearly and logically in written and oral form.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various agencies and professionals.
- Ability to handle physical demands of the job, such as standing, walking, and lifting objects.
- Ability to work in a normal office environment, with potential exposure to stressful situations.
H2: Minimum Qualifications and Preferences
- Minimum requirement of a law degree and license to practice law in the State of Georgia.
- One year of litigation experience preferred.
As an Assistant District Attorney for the 24 District Attorney in Conyers, GA, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that justice is served in Rockdale County. Your responsibilities will include preparing and prosecuting legal actions against individuals charged with violating criminal laws, managing a large trial calendar, and providing direction and guidance to investigative and administrative members of your assigned trial unit. Your knowledge of State, Federal, and local laws related to criminal law, as well as your skills in legal research and drafting legal documents, will be essential in your role. Additionally, your ability to analyze complex legal problems and present arguments clearly and logically will be crucial in achieving successful outcomes in court.
In order to excel in this position, you must have a law degree and be licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia. Preference will be given to candidates with at least one year of litigation experience. As an employee of the 24 District Attorney, you will be expected to perform your duties within the guidelines of the State of Georgia, Federal constitutions, and Georgia State Law. You will work closely with the District Attorney and Chief Assistant District Attorney in terms of department goals, objectives, and priorities.
Your day-to-day tasks will involve analyzing and preparing cases for disposition, conducting jury selection, arguing motions in court, and determining appropriate bonds for those accused of felony and misdemeanor crimes. You will also be responsible for providing statutorily mandated notices to crime victims and preparing cases for trial, negotiating pleas with defense counsel, and making recommendations for sentencing. Additionally, you may be expected to perform any related duties as required by the District Attorney or other proper authority.
In this role, your knowledge of legal practices and procedures related to criminal law, as well as your understanding of the procedures and responsibilities of a District Attorney's Office, will be crucial. Your ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public will also be essential. You must have strong problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various agencies and professionals.
Your work environment will primarily be in a normal office setting, but there may be potential exposure to stressful situations. As an Assistant District Attorney, you must be able to handle physical demands such as standing, walking, sitting, and occasionally lifting objects weighing up to 25 pounds. You must also have good vision, including close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
The salary range for this position is $62, to $62, annually. This is a full-time position with benefits, including a 401a match. If you have a passion for justice and a strong understanding of the legal system, we encourage you to apply for the role of Assistant District Attorney with the 24 District Attorney in Conyers, GA. Join our team and make a difference in the community today.
