Salary: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00 Annually
Location : The David Hankerson Building Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 05290
Department: County Attorney's Office
Opening Date: 10/28/2026
Closing Date: 11/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: A
Position InformationThis Attorney position (Associate or Senior Associate) will be assigned to the Litigation Group for the County Attorney's Office. Responsibilities are focused primarily on defending the County, its elected officials, and its employees in civil cases before federal, state, and appellate courts and administrative tribunals. Litigation practice areas include, but are not limited to, civil rights, employment, wrongful death/personal injury, and general liability. Responsibilities also include providing legal advice to county departments and elected officials regarding various aspects of county governance and operations.
This position has access to a robust benefits package. Please visit the benefits tab of the posting to review what we have to offer.
This position also offers a hybrid work schedule, with the opportunity to work remotely one day per week after two (2) months of employment.
The salary range for this position ranges from approximately $115,000 to $145,000, with compensation being commensurate with experience.
Essential FunctionsServes as legal counsel representing the legal interests of the County for assigned departments; provides legal advice to represented clients and other department heads, elected officials and managers as requested or assigned under the direction of the County Attorney; attends meetings, assesses nature of the legal issue presented; researches internal regulations, policies and procedures or relevant state and federal law; advises client of legal solution and execution of appropriate steps and implementation; writes legal opinions and memoranda; develops strategies and solutions to ensure compliance; provides information regarding updated laws and regulations as needed.
Handles large and complex litigation; prepares and responds to interrogatories, requests for production of documents, requests for admissions and other discovery requests; prepares appropriate motions and other necessary pleadings; takes and defends depositions; meets with clients and other witnesses; conducts legal research; determines case strategy; attends mediations, trials, and hearings; argues client's position; makes and responds to legal arguments; presents and examines witnesses; introduces and/or opposes to evidence; issues subpoenas; prepares and responds to appellate motions; communications with clients, opposing counsel, and adverse parties; maintains related documentation and files.
Develops and reviews legislation; reviews, drafts, and interprets laws, ordinances, regulations, and resolutions; reviews and interprets pending and new legislation; analyzes impact on County policies and services; provides advice and direction to County officials and departments regarding the same.
Provides advice regarding the Georgia Open Records Act and the Georgia Open Meetings Act.
Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, including trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; participates in training and continuing education activities; attends and conducts meetings, workshops and seminars as appropriate.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum QualificationsJuris Doctorate Degree required; plus a minimum of three years of litigation experience.
Preferred Qualifications Licenses and Certifications- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
- Must possess and maintain certification and licensure from the Georgia Bar Association.
Physical AbilitiesTasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
Sensory RequirementsSome tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental FactorsEssential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?
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Do you have a Juris Doctor Degree?
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If you have a Juris Doctorate, please list the school where the degree was earned and the concentration. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Are you an active member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia?
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How many years of litigation experience do you have?
- No experience
- Less than three years of experience
- Three to five years of experience
- More than five years of experience
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Please describe your litigation experience. Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Please select all areas listed below in which you have experience.
- Defending civil litigation matters.
- Experience and knowledge in federal litigation involving 42 U.S.C. a7 1983 and constitutional claims.
- Experience and knowledge in governmental immunities, including Eleventh Amendment, qualified, sovereign, and official immunities.
- Experience and knowledge in defending personal injury and wrongful death actions arising from motor vehicle accidents.
- I do not have experience in any of the areas listed above.
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Please describe in detail your experience with your selections from the list above. Enter N/A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have a current and valid driver's license?
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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and
provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
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