Assistant Solicitor

Job Title: Dekalb County Assistant Solicitor-General

The Solicitor-General's Office in DeKalb County has an opening for an Assistant Solicitor General. The following duties are normal for this position; other duties may be required and assign

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Conducts initial case evaluations as assigned; reviews case file and analyzes the facts and evidence of the case; may assess client eligibility and needs; reviews criminal histories; determines appropriateness of diversion, dismissal, or charges; reviews accuracy of jurisdiction, venue, and scope of arrest powers; ensures sufficient probable cause; prepares or reviews charges and discovery; and prepares for all court hearings or arraig

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Investigates, analyzes, and prepares assigned cases for hearings and trials; may interview clients in and out of custody; requests and inspects records and evidence; prepares graphics and exhibits; makes investigative requests and follows up on leads; obtains and reviews scientific results and analysis; identifies and interviews witnesses and alibis; observes crime scenes; subpoenas witnesses and prepares them for trial; may prepare clients for trial; determines need for, procures, and interviews expert witnesses; assesses need for psychological/psychiatric evaluation of client; anticipates legal issues; assists in the development of case strategies; and presents cases to s

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Preferred Qualifications: Juris Doctorate Degree required; one year of experience in criminal justice, legal, or

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or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provid

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Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a va

lid Georgi driver’s
license; and must possess and maintain licensure from the Georgi

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