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DeKalb County

Attorney III - Child Advocate

Decatur, GA · On-site

$80K - $129K/yr

... attorneys, investigators, and legal support staff; and advises staff regarding complex/problem situations. Conducts initial case evaluations as assigned; reviews case file and analyzes the facts and ...

Foster Law Firm

Criminal Defense Attorney

Atlanta, GA

$75K - $90K/yr

... investigations, arguing motions, pretrial hearings, and trials. You will need to have strong skills ... Willingness to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base

Henry County Government

ATTORNEY

Mcdonough, GA

$83K - $129K/yr

Description The purpose of this position is to investigate and prosecute or defend misdemeanor ... attorney-client relationship; provides information and updates regarding case status; makes ...

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Claims Attorney, Cyber

Alpharetta, GA

$11K - $188K/yr

Claims Attorney, Cyber (Insurance) Tokio Marine HCC - Cyber & Professional Lines Group The Tokio ... This includes investigation, analyses of liability and damages exposure, drafting and issuance of ...

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How much do investigations attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for investigations attorney in Decatur, GA is $118,228.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $128,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Investigations Attorney vs Paralegal?

AspectInvestigations AttorneyParalegal
CredentialsJuris Doctor (JD), State Bar LicenseAssociate's or Bachelor's degree, paralegal certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agenciesLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
ResponsibilitiesLeading investigations, legal analysis, advising clients, preparing legal documentsLegal research, document preparation, case organization, assisting attorneys

Investigations Attorneys and Paralegals often work in similar environments within legal settings. While Investigations Attorneys handle complex legal investigations and provide legal advice, Paralegals support attorneys with research and administrative tasks. Both roles require familiarity with legal procedures, but Investigations Attorneys have a higher level of legal education and licensing, enabling them to perform more advanced legal functions.

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Infographic showing various Investigations Attorney job openings in Decatur, GA as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 78% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,228 per year, or $56.8 per hour.

Assistant Attorney General 1 - Medicaid Fraud - Criminal

Law, Georgia Department of

Atlanta, GA

$72K/yr

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

The Office of The Attorney General

Department of Law

Assistant Attorney General - Medicaid Fraud - Criminal

Salary - Minimum $72,000/Year, Commensurate with Experience

*To move forward in the recruiting process, ALL applicants are required to:

  1. Attach a current Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Attach "Department of Law Employment Application" (click link to obtain: http://law.georgia.gov/careers/application-forms)
  4. Attach two (2) writing samples
  5. Attach copies of official undergraduate transcripts
  6. Attach copies of official law school transcripts
  7. Answer all prescreening questions 

The mission of the Department of Law is to serve the citizens of the State of Georgia by providing legal representation of the highest quality to the agencies, officers and employees of state government and by honorably and vigorously carrying out the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Attorney General.  The Department of Law is organized into the Executive Office, five legal divisions, four specialty units and an operations division.  The position filled through this announcement will serve in the Legal section of our Medicaid Fraud Division.

The Assistant Attorney General position will represent the State of Georgia in criminal prosecutions related to fraud committed against the Georgia Medicaid program. The Medicaid Fraud Division has statewide jurisdiction for the investigation and prosecution of related offense. Some travel is excepted. The Medicaid Fraud Division also investigates and prosecutes cases of patient abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  1. Participation as a member of the multidisciplinary team to investigate allegations of fraud against the Georgia Medicaid program;
  2. May also investigate allegations of patient abuse, neglect or exploitation;
  3. Contribute to joint federal-state investigations including the possible litigation of matters in federal district court.
  4. Collaborate with other state and federal law enforcement partners as necessary;
  5. Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title.  They may not include all job duties performed by employees on this job title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited law school and Member of the Georgia Bar

 

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess one or more items below:

  1. Attorneys with felony criminal trial experience, with an emphasis on white-collar or similar financial crimes.
  2. Demonstrated ability to work in a team is a plus.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is completed on all candidates; employment is also contingent upon the completion and satisfactory results of the background investigation.  Candidates that are being strongly considered for the position will also be required to submit a Department of Law employment application & waiver, Georgia Department of Revenue Tax Clearance letter and copies of official college transcripts.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.  All applicants will be considered, but may be screened for the preferred qualifications of the position, and may not necessarily receive an interview.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.  

SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE.  

Position posted until filled.

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  • Number of Openings: 1
  • Shift: Day Job

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