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Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan · 2 months ago

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office

Lansing, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$77K/yr - $159K/yr

The Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office. This role involves representing the State of Michigan in criminal, delinquency, neglect, and family support matters, conducting hearings, and preparing legal documents for trials.

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Responsibilities

Perform expert review of facts and evidence presented by law enforcement agencies regarding alleged violations of state criminal laws and determine whether a warrant should be authorized by the Prosecuting Attorney

Determine the proper criminal charges and prepare arrest warrants and other necessary legal documents in connection with such charges

Assist law enforcement agencies in their investigations by drafting necessary legal documents, such as electronic surveillance warrants, subpoenas, search warrants and affidavits

Appear in District and Circuit Courts on behalf of the people of the State of Michigan as assigned, including arraignments, bond hearings, fugitive hearings, evidentiary hearings, sentences and probation violation hearings

Prepare pleadings and take the legal steps necessary in connection with such proceedings

Conduct trials of state law cases, including interviewing victims and witnesses, reviewing all physical evidence, researching legal issues and undertaking all other preparation necessary for thorough and effective representation

Negotiate pleas or other appropriate dispositions with defense attorneys on pending criminal matters consistent with the law and departmental policy

Prepare legal pleadings and written briefs in criminal appeals and present oral arguments in connection with such appeals

Represent the people of the State of Michigan in Family Court hearings involving juvenile delinquency matters, neglect and abuse cases

Prepare legal pleadings and appear in the District or Circuit Courts in connection with paternity suits, proceedings under the Uniform Reciprocal Enforcement of Support Act, or other matters handled by the Family Support Division, if assigned to that division

Qualification

Law degreeState Bar membershipCriminal justice experienceLegal researchJudgmentWork ethicCommunication skills

Required

Graduation from an accredited law school

Member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan

Preferred

Experience in juvenile or criminal justice, including experience before, during or after law school

Benefits

At Oakland County, we are committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits program can be tailored to the unique needs of each employee.