Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan · 17 hours ago
STAFF ATTORNEY – Judicial Tenure Commission
Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expThe Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan is seeking qualified candidates for temporary staff attorney positions within the Judicial Tenure Commission. The role involves investigating complaints against judicial officers and recommending actions based on the findings, including litigation at hearings and court proceedings.
AssociationNon ProfitTraining
Responsibilities
Interpret and process complaints concerning judicial officers to determine whether they credibly allege misconduct
If appropriate, conduct preliminary investigation by interviewing complainant and complainant’s counsel and by reviewing publicly available court records
When preliminary investigation determines the complaint does not credibly allege misconduct, summarize salient aspects of complaint for Commission and recommend dismissal
When preliminary investigation determines the complaint credibly alleges misconduct, summarize salient aspects of complaint for Commission and recommend a course of investigation
Pursue approved investigations by all appropriate means, including interviewing witnesses, subpoenaing records, and reviewing court documents, transcripts, and audio or video of court proceedings
As appropriate, prepare written questions for judges under investigation
Summarize completed investigations for Commission and recommend appropriate outcome (i.e., dismissal, private letter, or public sanction)
Execute course chosen by Commission
If Commission seeks public sanction, prepare public complaint; prepare for and conduct hearing before neutral according to Michigan Court Rules, including examining and cross-examining witnesses and introducing exhibits; prepare appropriate briefs and argue motions; participate in briefing and oral argument before Commission as necessary
Respond to inquiries concerning misconduct and interpretation of ethical rules
Conduct legal research in support of all above duties
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active member in the State Bar of Michigan
Minimum of five years of prior litigation experience
Proficiency in Word, Westlaw Next, and Excel
Knowledge of Michigan Court Rules, Michigan Rules of Evidence, and court policies, procedures and case management systems
Proven excellent legal research, collaboration, writing, editing, analysis, time management and critical thinking skills
Ability to synthesize information into well-organized and concise end product
Excellent communication and interview/investigation skills
Ability effectively to obtain evidence and present it in court
Highest level of personal integrity
Sound independent judgment
Ability to evaluate information fairly to determine appropriate action
Ability to recognize and set aside personal biases
Ability diplomatically to maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to establish and maintain positive relations with other state agencies and court personnel, including justices, judges, court supervisors, and court staff
Ability to tolerate public pressure and candid internal review of work
Demonstrated initiative
Ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines
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