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NEOGOV · 3 hours ago

Assistant/Associate/Senior Attorney

Government Center, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$42.48/hr - $70.95/hr

NEOGOV is a recognized employer in Southeast Minnesota, and they are seeking an Assistant/Associate/Senior Attorney to join their County Attorney's office. The role involves performing routine and complex professional legal work, including the preparation and presentation of cases in District Court and providing legal advice to law enforcement and other officials.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Prepares and presents criminal cases in District Court, covering all level of criminal offenses and/or traffic matters. Applies Minnesota law to investigations conducted by law enforcement. Determines appropriate course of action based on this review and drafts the appropriate complaints, petitions, and/or motions

Provides legal advice and direction to law enforcement officers, probation officers, and social workers regarding legal options and/or course of action. Directs further investigation when necessary

Appears in court at all stages of proceedings and effectively provides information and/or makes legal arguments to the court relating to bail recommendations and/or conditions of release, plea agreements; sentencing recommendations; and probation violations

Prepares for and represents the State in contested matters, court trials, and jury trials before the District Court

Qualification

Licensed to practice lawCriminal Law knowledgeTrial procedures knowledgeLegal research skillsNegotiation techniquesEffective communicationMentoring abilityTime management

Required

Graduation from an accredited college of law and licensed to practice law in the State of Minnesota or will be licensable within six (6) months of employment

Graduation from and accredited college of law, licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota and three (3) years of experience in relevant private practice, relevant public-sector practice, or a combination thereof

Graduation from and accredited college of law, licensed to practice law in the state of Minnesota and six (6) years of experience in relevant private practice, relevant public-sector practice, or a combination thereof

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position

Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years

Knowledge of Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure

Knowledge of the duties, powers, limitations, and authority of the County Attorney

Knowledge of trial procedures and the rule of evidence

Skill in conducting basic legal research

Skill in the use of computers and technology

Skill in the use of negotiation techniques

Ability to train and mentor others

Ability to communicate effective both verbally and in writing, including presenting to a variety of groups

Ability to interview victims and witnesses in a respectful and professional manner

Ability to analyze and apply legal principles, facts, evidence and precedents to legal problems

Ability to present legal arguments

Ability to apply the principles of criminal