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Solicitor Assistant Attorney

1 month ago

Atlanta GA United States City of Atlanta Full time

Office of the City Solicitor

Assistant Attorney

Posting Expires: November 29, 2024

Target Salary: $105,000/annually 

 

General Description and Classification Standards

Individuals at this level provide prosecutorial services on cases filed and heard in the Atlanta Municipal Court.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to prosecuting cases, conducting preliminary hearing, collecting evidence, preparing documents, researching legal issues cases, responding to discovery request, and plea negotiations for traffic, criminal, code and civil offenses on behalf of law enforcement, city agencies, and the general public. Attorneys also handle all direct appeals arising from the Atlanta Municipal Court to the Superior Courts of Fulton or DeKalb Counties, the Georgia Court of Appeals, and the Georgia Supreme Court.  This position partners with code enforcement officers, Neighborhood Planning Units (NPU), City Council, and other city departments to address blight and other issues and concerns on behalf of City and citizens of Atlanta.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  May perform other duties as assigned

  • Reports to court daily and interacts with internal and external customers, always mindful to be courteous and respectful.
  • Performs trial work and prosecutes traffic, criminal, DUI, code and civil cases.
  • Conducts preliminary hearings to determine probable cause.
  • Manages the development of cases to include screening, investigating and prosecution.
  • Collects and analyzes, evidence and the review of pertinent case law, statutes and other legal documents.
  • Attends and works with police zones, Neighborhood Planning Units (NPU’s), neighborhood association meetings, community cleanups, police and city department details, and special neighborhood events.
  • Demonstrates proficiency operating computers and utilizing the case management systems, required to perform the duties assigned.
  • Interacts with internal and external customers and is familiar with the various programs, offices and their functions within the department and the court.
  • Provides effective customer service, communication and interpersonal techniques regarding interaction with management, coworkers, relevant departments, court staff and the general public, always mindful to be courteous and respectful.
  • May perform other duties as assigned by Solicitor.

Decision Making

Decisions are made with review and advice from Solicitor’s designee or a senior level attorney.

Leadership Provided

Utilize analytical skills to think strategically to promote positive team behavior.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully.  It is not an exhaustive list.

Must be a quick thinker, read people well, and react quickly, have excellent speaking skills, excellent research and writing skills required; ability to read, analyze and interpret legal documents; ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from the general public, other governmental agencies, law enforcement, and other attorneys; ability to manage heavy case-loads in a demanding and challenging courtroom, 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 utilize and understand computer applications and techniques as necessary in the completion of daily assignments; ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. Capable of working under stress related to duties that require constant attention to detail, tight deadlines and prosecution in the courtroom; ability to dispense justice and maintain discretion and understanding; ability to follow directions and instructions of senior staff members to ensure the desired goals are met successfully.