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Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan · 10 hours ago

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Mason County Prosecutor’s Office

Lansing, MI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$85K/yr - $85K/yr

The Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for the Mason County Prosecutor’s Office located in Ludington, Michigan. This role involves reviewing investigations, presenting criminal cases in various courts, and handling pretrial matters, with potential for advancement to Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney.

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Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney, reviews investigations presented by law enforcement to determine appropriate charges, if any, and files complaints for warrant authorization

As an assistant prosecutor you will present criminal cases in the District and Circuit Court, as well as handle matters in the Juvenile Court

The position may also require appearances on Probate Court matters

Prosecutors are responsible for preparing and responding to criminal pleadings, conducting preliminary, evidentiary and mental health hearings

You will represent the People of the State of Michigan in pretrial matters, pleas, trials, sentencing and some appeals

Trial preparation and plea negotiations will require consultation with the victims of crimes, witnesses to the charged offenses, and members of law enforcement

This list is not inclusive of the total scope of the job functions to be performed

Duties may be added, deleted, or modified at any time by the Prosecuting Attorney

Qualification

Law degreeLicensed to practice lawCriminal law experienceLitigation experienceStanding

Required

Law degree from an accredited law school

licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of Michigan

Preferred

some criminal law and litigation experience preferred but not required

Benefits

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Retirement plan: Mason County participates in Michigan Municipal Employees Retirement System (MERS); 100% employer funded retirement; vesting at 10 years