Senior Attorney

2 weeks ago


Decatur, Illinois, United States DeKalb County Full time
{"title": "Job Description", "content": "Job Summary

DeKalb County is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Attorney III to join our team. As a key member of our legal department, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating daily work activities, training and instructing lower-level attorneys, and providing guidance and oversight to attorneys, investigators, and legal support staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct initial case evaluations, review case files, and analyze facts and evidence.
  • Investigate, analyze, and prepare cases for hearings and trials, including interviewing clients, requesting and inspecting records, and preparing graphics and exhibits.
  • Represent clients or the State of Georgia at arraignments, hearings, and trials, preparing and arguing motions and evidence, negotiating plea resolutions, and advising clients or victims regarding plea offers.
  • Communicate with clients, victims, families, witnesses, and community partners, developing attorney-client relationships and providing information and updates regarding case status.
  • Conduct research and documentation for assigned cases, researching relevant case law and interpreting in relation to the facts of the case.
  • Manage assigned caseload, attending scheduled court appearances, creating new case files, and coordinating with court administration, clients, witnesses, experts, and others.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must possess a Juris Doctorate Degree and at least five years of experience practicing law in the area of assignment. You must also possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license and licensure from the Georgia State Bar Association.

What We Offer

DeKalb County offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and experienced attorney looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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