STAFF ATTORNEY id-9366

May 23, 2025

Description

The purpose of this position is to provide research, legal counsel, and advice to Henry County Government leadership, Board of Commissioners, and/or various court judges.

Examples of Duties

Conducts legal research: identifies and investigates the facts of legal matters; reviews legal opinions and various legal publications for research purposes; determines laws applicable to issues before court; drafts legal documents/memoranda on court cases, writs, and specific points of law; and briefs judge on issues in pending cases.

Provides legal advice: reviews case files; assesses nature of the legal issue presented; researches relevant state and federal law; makes recommendations regarding legal solutions and precedents; discusses claims with judge; drafts and submits orders, motions, and summaries to the judge for review and action; and provides information regarding updated laws and regulations as needed.

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Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures: receives and reviews various documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

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Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, e-mail, or other software; and operates general office or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

Communicates with County officials, supervisor, other County employees, law enforcement, outside attorneys, judicial staff, clients, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Requires a Juris Doctorate, and three (3) years of related experience practicing law, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in local government is preferred.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must possess and maintain licensure from the Georgia State Bar Association.

Special Requirements:

None.

Knowledge, Skill, Abilities/ Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of local government operations, legal related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.

Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.

Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.

Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.

Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.

Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.

Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.

Ability to work with and process payments for accounts within the budget and department.

Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes.

Ability to operate a copying machine.

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