Office of the State's Attorney for Baltimore City · 13 hours ago
, Assistant State's Attorney - Firearm & Drug Trafficking Unit
The Office of the State's Attorney for Baltimore City is seeking an Assistant State's Attorney for their Firearm & Drug Trafficking Unit. The role involves managing a high volume court docket, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and coordinating case work with various agencies.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Knowledge of the principles and practices of law, including court procedures and legal research methods and sources
Skill in using a personal computer and commonly utilized business and legal software in the performance of duties
Ability to handle a high volume court docket involving a variety of limited and complex cases effectively
Ability to interview witnesses to gather information, to research relevant case law and codes for applicability to case, to determine appropriate sentence recommendations and guidelines, and to develop strategies and theories for effective case prosecution
Drafts and prepares a variety of legal documents, including but not limited to briefs, motions and legal memoranda
Coordinates case work efforts with other City and State agencies that provide assistance, protection and services to victims and witnesses; and
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the State of Maryland
Circuit Court Trial experience
Knowledge of the principles and practices of law, including court procedures and legal research methods and sources
Skill in using a personal computer and commonly utilized business and legal software in the performance of duties
Ability to handle a high volume court docket involving a variety of limited and complex cases effectively
Ability to interview witnesses to gather information, to research relevant case law and codes for applicability to case, to determine appropriate sentence recommendations and guidelines, and to develop strategies and theories for effective case prosecution
Drafts and prepares a variety of legal documents, including but not limited to briefs, motions and legal memoranda
Coordinates case work efforts with other City and State agencies that provide assistance, protection and services to victims and witnesses
Pass a criminal background investigation, which includes fingerprinting
Company
Office of the State's Attorney for Baltimore City
The mission of the Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore City is to create true public safety through partnerships with elected officials, law enforcement, and our residents.