The Appellate Public Defender is seeking a full-time Appellate Attorney. Applicants must be current members in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia and must be admitted to both the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Georgia. Preference will be given to candidates who have 3-5 years or more of criminal trial experience, outstanding research and writing skills, and either appellate practice experience or extensive and equivalent motions practice experience. The position primarily entails providing competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients from the motion for a new trial through direct appeal.
Salary: Commensurate with experience, $72,000 – $102,000.
Interested applicants should apply on Team Georgia Careers and submit a cover letter and resume to GPDC-Jobs@gapubdef.org. Make sure to include “Appellate Attorney” in the subject line of your email.
Description of Duties: The Appellate Attorney will provide competent and zealous representation and advocacy to indigent clients in the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Georgia. This position performs professional legal work and may assist in cases of routine complexity. Performs other related duties as required.
