Employment Opportunities
Fulton County Solicitor-General’s Office
Diversion Attorney
The Office of the Fulton County Solicitor-General is seeking a skilled and dedicated Diversion Attorney to join our dynamic legal team within the
Diversion Division. The role involves comprehensive case evaluation, legal analysis, and coordination of diversion program activities. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the trajectory of participants through meticulous case review, collaboration with legal professionals, and adherence to
program criteria.
Key Responsibilities:
Pre-Accused Case Processing: Process and assess approximately 500 case admission requests monthly from the Pre-Accused Division. Screen and flag cases in the Odyssey case management system, ensuring accurate documentation i.e.(Pre-screened accepted, pre-screened rejected, received in diversion, rejected in diversion) and efficient workflow.
Case Evaluation: Conduct a comprehensive review of entire case files, including written reports, audio/video evidence, and mitigation materials. Analyze defendant/participant’s criminal history using resources such as GCIC and NCIC. Assess the nature of charges involved to determine their alignment with diversion program criteria.
Legal Analysis and Admission Approval: Perform essential legal analysis required for reviewing case files and making informed decisions on admission into the diversion program. Ensure that only cases meeting the program’s criteria are approved for diversion.
Case accusal and Vendor Knowledge: Accuse cases that do not meet the criteria for diversion or if the statue has run, upholding program standards. Hundreds of backlog cases need to be reviewed for possible NOD. Possess extensive knowledge of vendor information and price ranges relevant to case management.
Community Outreach: Engage in outreach activities to promote the diversion program within the community.
Courtroom Collaboration: Accompany trial attorneys to their respective courtrooms as needed, assisting with filling out diversion intake forms.
Minimum Qualifications: Juris Doctorate Degree required and Georgia Bar license required. Interested in candidates with all levels of experience in criminal justice, legal, or generally related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required: Must be registered as a member of the Georgia State Bar Association. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Salary Range: $85,000.00 $105,000.00
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