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Rapid Resolution Assistant District Attorney

The Coweta Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office has an opening for a “Rapid Resolution” Assistant District Attorney position with a work from home option but requiring one court date a week in Coweta County Superior Court. The position is a Coweta County position, it is full-time, and the salary will be based on experience.

Applicants will be expected to have experience reviewing, charging, negotiating, and trying serious violent felony offenses before a jury. The purpose of the newly created “Rapid Resolution” docket is to target for an expedited resolution the cases of inmates, the low-level cases of offenders interested minimal probation, and the serious cases of offenders interested in accepting responsibility and/or cooperating with the State. The applicant needs jury trial experience to evaluate cases prior to indictment, to determine appropriate charges and plea recommendations, and to communicate effectively with victims and members of law enforcement. However, rather than handle a caseload on a jury trial calendar, the applicant should expect to handle by themselves one court date a week where offenders will enter guilty pleas or have probation violation hearings. The applicant is expected to work closely with a legal assistant, victim advocates, and DA investigators, as well as other members of the criminal justice system. 

Applicants should be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or be a member in good standing with the Bar of another state that is eligible for reciprocity admittance to the Georgia Bar. Applicants selected for hire will be subject to fingerprinting, a criminal history background check, DMV records, and pre-employment drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of each screening.

The Coweta Judicial Circuit is an equal employment opportunity employer and, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resumé through the “Apply Now” link in this listing.

The Coweta Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office has an opening for an Appellate Assistant District Attorney position for our judicial circuit. The position is full-time state position with a salary and will be based on experience. Applicants will be expected to review, interpret and apply legal principles and precedents to difficult legal problems; concisely and accurately communicate, both orally and in writing; prepare, present, and conduct motion for new trial hearings and appellate briefs; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and possess a strong sense of personal and community responsibility. Position is eligible to work remotely except for motion for new trial hearing dates.

Applicants should be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or be a member in good standing with the Bar of another state that is eligible for reciprocity admittance to the Georgia Bar. Applicant must have experience writing appeals.  

Applicants selected for hire will be subject to fingerprinting, a criminal history background check, DMV records, and pre-employment drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of each screening.

The Coweta Judicial Circuit is an equal employment opportunity employer and, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resumé to Leigh Stinson, HR Director, via our online application dacowetacircuit.org

Coweta Judicial Circuit
LEGAL ASSISTANT

The Coweta Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant in our Coweta office located in the Coweta Justice Center, 72 Greenville Street, Newnan, GA. Candidates must exhibit attention to detail, strong communication skills, computer proficiency, and the ability to thrive in a sometimes fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive/supportive attitude. Duties include reviewing/screening/opening/organizing/and managing new case files, preparing court calendars, inputting warrants and bonds.

Hourly wage will be based upon the applicant’s experience and job relevant skills.

Applicant must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

The Coweta Judicial Circuit is an equal employment opportunity employer in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resumé to Leigh Stinson, HR Director, via our online application dacowetacircuit.org

The Coweta Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s Office will soon have an opening for an Assistant District Attorney position within our judicial circuit. The position is full-time and salary will be based on experience. Applicants will be expected to review, interpret and apply legal principles and precedents to difficult legal problems; concisely and accurately communicate, both orally and in writing; prepare, present, and conduct hearings, trials and appeals; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and possess a strong sense of personal and community responsibility.

Applicants should be a member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia, be a member in good standing with the Bar of another state that is eligible for reciprocity admittance to the Georgia Bar, or be awaiting bar results. However, law students graduating in 2025 may apply.
Applicants selected for hire will be subject to fingerprinting, a criminal history background check, DMV records, and pre-employment drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of each screening.

The Coweta Judicial Circuit is an equal employment opportunity employer and, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resumé through the “Apply Now” link in this listing.