City of Lavonia Solicitor

The City of Lavonia is looking for a City Solicitor to perform advanced professional legal work involving the prosecution of suspects in misdemeanor criminal cases and civil cases resulting from violations of the City's Unified Development Code and other Code of Ordinance provisions and participates in administrative and research functions in civil areas when directed. The Solicitor will prosecute cases within the jurisdiction of the City Charter, ordinances, and Georgia State Statutes that are within the original jurisdiction of the City of Lavonia Municipal Court.

Request for Proposal
Municipal Court Solicitor
RFP 26-001
The City Solicitor performs advanced professional legal work involving the prosecution of suspects in
misdemeanor criminal cases and civil cases resulting from violations of the City’s Unified Development
Code and other property Code of Ordinance provisions and participates in administrative and research
functions in civil areas when directed. The Solicitor will prosecute cases within the jurisdiction of the City
Charter, ordinances, and Georgia State Statutes that are within the original jurisdiction of the Lavonia
Municipal Court.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:

1. Must be a resident of the State of Georgia and an Attorney-At-Law admitted to practice
   within the State of Georgia and in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia
2. Must have at least five (5) years’ experience as a practicing Attorney in the State of Georgia;
3. Must be bondable.
   Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of proper courtroom procedure and the rules of evidence;
   working knowledge of criminal law; working knowledge of local ordinances, laws, and procedures; skill in
   basic supervisory principles and practices; ability to grasp complex factual data, draw appropriate
   conclusions, and an ability to communicate complex legal ideas to a variety of audiences in clear,
   comprehensive and professional manner; the ability to read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules,
   regulations, policies and procedures; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
   with the City Administration, City Council, Municipal Judge, Police Department, Court staff, and the
   general public.
   Term: The term will be three one-year terms that automatically renew unless either party provides 90
   days’ notice.
   Compensation: The City will