felony prosecutor

Fairfield County, Ohio

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Description</h2></div>
<div>The Fairfield County Prosecutor&rsquo;s Office is seeking applicants for a full-time Assistant Prosecutor position in the Adult Felony Division. The position offers the opportunity to partner with police agencies to investigate and prosecute high-profile felony cases, as well as significant courtroom exposure, and will include motion practice, trials, and appeals.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Duties</h2></div>
<div>The primary duties for this position include advising police agencies on criminal investigations, rendering charging decisions, and directing the litigation of criminal prosecutions. Candidate must exhibit a strong work ethic, dedication to seeking justice and maintaining public safety, and adherence to the highest professional standards.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Qualifications</h2></div>
<div>Licensed Ohio attorney in good standing
Valid Ohio license</div></div></div>

Assistant Prosecutor – Adult Felony Division

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan

<div><div>Position Information

Agency Level: County

County: Lapeer

Agency: County Prosecutor&rsquo;s Office

Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney III

Position: Full-Time

Open Until Filled

Job Description

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of the Prosecuting Attorney and Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, reviews and authorizes requests for warrants, determines the appropriate charge and prosecutes criminal cases. As an experienced veteran Assistant Prosecutor, assumes responsibility for managing a caseload of misdemeanor and felony cases, as well as neglect and abuse cases as needed. Attempts to resolve and dispose of criminal cases or tries cases in court. Extensive trial experience in serious felony cases.

List of Responsibilities and Duties:
<ul>
<li>Responsible for managing a caseload of misdemeanor and felony cases. May be assigned some of the more serious or sensitive felony matters.</li>
<li>Reviews criminal warrant requests from law enforcement agencies, analyzes police reports, collects input from the law enforcement officers, researches the law as necessary to determine applicable criminal charges, and determines whether adequate grounds exist to authorize a warrant. Determines the appropriate charge to be made and directs law enforcement investigations.</li>
<li>Researches and prepares criminal cases for trial. Requires little direction in filing appropriate motions and is well versed with Michigan Sentencing Guidelines. Skilled in legal research, developing trial strategies and mentoring young APA&rsquo;s. Executes service of process upon Defendants via certified mail or actual service and executes vouchers for service of process in other jurisdictions.</li>
<li>Extensive experience as an Assistant Prosecutor in all court proceedings including; arraignments, motions, trials, sentencing.</li>
<li>Possesses some appellate experience with excellent research and writing skills.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in working with law enforcement on investigations, arrest procedure, search and seizure, etc.</li>
<li>Participates routinely in 24/7 on-call attorney rotation.</li>
<li>All other duties and functions as assigned by the Prosecuting Attorney or Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney.</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Law degree from an accredited law school.

Experience: A minimum of 10 years of prior prosecutor experience. PAAM experience preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the following requirements and working conditions. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements:

Ability to access filing systems; Ability to enter and retrieve information from case management system; Ability to generate various documents from computer system; Bending, stooping and kneeling when filing and retrieving documents. Ability to access all courtrooms within the County. Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time.

Additional Information:

Working Conditions:

Works in office and courtroom conditions. Exposure to individuals charged and/or convicted of a variety of criminal offenses.

Disclaimer:

The qualifications listed herein are intended to represent the minimum skill set and experience levels for individuals performing in the aforementioned capacities within this job description. The aforementioned qualifications should not be construed as a warranty or guarantee for employment of any candidate possessing the stated qualifications or skills. The aforementioned qualifications should be construed as general guidelines of the minimum criteria for a candidate to possess in the application process. The qualifications stated herein are guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria.</div></div>

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney III – Lapeer County Prosecutor’s Office

<div><div>Position Information

Agency Level: County

County: Lapeer

Agency: County Prosecutor&rsquo;s Office

Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II

Position: Full-Time

Open Until Filled

Job Description

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of the Prosecuting Attorney and the Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, reviews and authorizes requests for warrants, determines the appropriate charge and prosecutes criminal cases. As an experienced Assistant Prosecutor, assumes responsibility for managing a caseload of misdemeanor and felony cases, as well as other matters as necessary. Attempts to resolve and dispose of criminal cases or tries cases in court. May be responsible for managing the Probate Court caseload of the office.

List of Responsibilities and Duties:
<ul>
<li>Responsible for managing a caseload of misdemeanor and felony cases. May be assigned some of the more serious or sensitive felony matters.</li>
<li>Reviews criminal warrant requests from State and local law enforcement agencies, analyzes police reports, collects input from the law enforcement officer[s], researches the law as necessary to determine applicable statutes, and determines whether adequate grounds exist to authorize a warrant. Determines the appropriate charge to be made.</li>
<li>Researches and prepares criminal cases for trial, motion, sentencings and other proceedings. Includes the research of applicable law, interviewing victims and witnesses and investigating claims, developing trial strategies, and directing law enforcement officers in further investigations.</li>
<li>Appears in court for arraignments, motions, trials, sentencing and other proceedings to represent the Prosecutor. Selects jury, presents arguments, examines and cross-examines witnesses, introduces physical exhibits, confers with Judge and defense counsel on points of law and procedure, and argues factual conclusions to a Judge or jury. Participates in settlement conferences.</li>
<li>Attempts to resolve and dispose of pending criminal cases by conferring with attorneys, police agencies, and parties involved in order to reach agreement on pleas and potential sentences.</li>
<li>Drafts motions, briefs and other legal documents on various issues involved in the prosecution of criminal cases.</li>
<li>Initiates and responds to legal motions and evidentiary hearings in all misdemeanor and felony prosecutions.</li>
<li>Serves as an appellate attorney for the office and engages in the legal analysis of appellate issues for all appeals, both criminal and administrative. Researches and writes legal briefs, answers and motions after reading the record and researching the law. Prepares and presents oral arguments in the Circuit Court, Michigan Court of Appeals, and the Michigan Supreme Court.</li>
<li>Works cooperatively with law enforcement officers from various agencies to ensure investigation and reporting of assigned cases are accomplished in accordance with professional and judicial rules and standards. Provides advice and instruction to police agencies on criminal prosecutions, arrest procedures, search and seizure issues, probable cause issues, enforcement of court orders, liability issues, and various other issues.</li>
<li>Manages a caseload of juvenile/probate matters including child abuse and neglect, juvenile delinquency, and mental commitment cases. Includes review of juvenile petitions, case research, investigation, victim/witness preparation, and presentation in court. Includes waivers of juveniles into the adult system and the representation of complainants in mental petitions.</li>
<li>Provides legal advice to County Boards and Departments, including research and writing legal opinions regarding contracts, conflicts of interests, policy writing, ordinance writing, and various other legal issues.</li>
<li>Researches the more difficult legal issues through the use of computer technology and local resources. Assists other Assistant Prosecutors resolve difficult legal questions and provides advice and feedback on possible options and procedures to pursue.</li>
<li>Reviews requests for search warrants and authorizes warrants as appropriate.</li>
<li>Serves in an on-call status to respond to requests for arrest and search warrants.</li>
</ul>
This list may not be inclusive of the total scope of job functions to be performed. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or modified at any time.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Law degree from an accredited law school.

Experience: Two years as an Assistant Prosecutor.

Licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan. Basic Prosecutor training, Specialty training, and Felony Trial training offered by the Prosecuting Attorney&rsquo;s Coordinating Council.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria.

Additional Qualifications:

Physical Requirements [This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the following requirements and working conditions. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements]:

Ability to access all courtrooms within the County. Ability to remove books and other reference materials from bookshelves and transport to worksite. Prolonged sitting and standing while in the courtroom. Ability to carry briefcase, files and legal volumes to courtrooms.

Additional Information:

Working Conditions:

Works in office and courtrooms. Exposure to individuals charged and/or convicted of a variety of criminal offenses.</div></div>

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney II – Lapeer County Prosecutor’s Office

Dallas County

JOB DESCRIPTION
 Supervises the operations of an assigned court and/or assigned cases including staff supervision, evaluation and training.
 
Management Scope: May generally supervise staff.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Manages the court docket by assigning cases and work to felony prosecutors, attorneys and other staff.
 
2. Authorizes reduction in level or class of offenses, recommends PR bonds, approves granting of probation and signs various types of dismissals.
 
3. Resolves disputes between the court, defense attorneys and staff, and determines appropriate actions to be taken for unusual, extremely serious or complex situations.
 
4. Ensures that records and documents are accurate, up-to-date and processed in accordance with standard procedures.
 
5. Evaluates assigned cases or lawsuits by: 
 reviewing documentation,
 
 conducting and interpreting legal research on applicable law, rules and regulations,
 
 interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the cases,
 
 gathering evidence, and
 
 determining the appropriate action(s) to be taken.
 
6. Drafts, files and responds to motions, briefs or other legal documents for trials and/or hearings.
 
7. Explains legal process to potential witnesses, prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures clients or victims/families are kept informed on status of case.
 
8. Gathers, prepares and presents evidence, exhibits and related materials for trials or hearings.
 
9. Represents the State or clients in pre-trials, evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials by:
 
 conducting jury selection,
 
 presenting opening statements,
 
 conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and
 
 presenting closing arguments.
 
10. Assesses strengths and weaknesses of cases, negotiates settlements or plea-bargains and obtains approval, if necessary, of plea-bargain agreements
 
11. Prepares legal documents if settlements or plea-bargain agreements are reached and ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
 
12. Conducts presentations at conferences and seminars; instructs law enforcement and other criminal justice personnel in legal aspects of investigations, prosecutions and other litigation; and speaks before community and citizens groups.
 
13. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school. Four (4) years of experience practicing law.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Requires experience as lead prosecutor for more-complex felony cases, as lead counsel in conjunction with more serious or complex civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals and capital writs.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Standard office and court environment.

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JOB DESCRIPTION
 With minimal supervision and oversight, performs advanced legal work in the area assigned. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations. Work is performed under general direction with authority to make tactical and legal decisions in connection with assigned cases OR prosecutes the more complex general or special-category felony cases in assigned court. Performs case evaluation, preparation and management; represents the state in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communications with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses, and other interested parties.
 RESPONSIBILITIES
 1. Evaluates criminal complaints in order to decide whether or not to accept or reject the case for prosecution, to determine the appropriate charge to be filed and to prepare the required documentation for indictment.
 
2. Evaluates assigned case or lawsuit by: · reviewing documentation, · conducting necessary legal research on applicable law, · interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the case, · gathering evidence, and · determining most appropriate action(s) to be taken.
 
3. Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing.
 
4. Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony and ensures client of victim/family kept informed on status of case.
 
5. Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence, exhibits, and related material for trial or hearing.
 
6. Represents the State or client in trial and hearings by: · conducting jury selection, · presenting opening statements, · conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and · presenting closing arguments.
 
7. Negotiates settlements or plea-bargain. Obtains approval, if necessary, of plea-bargain agreement if reached.
 
8. Prepares necessary legal document if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
 
9. Manages court docket and case schedules to ensure court deadlines are met and records and documentation are accurate and up-to-date.
 
10. Trains or assists in training Attorneys I, II, and III.
 
11. On an as needed basis, may perform some of the duties of the Section Chief on a short-term temporary basis.
 
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education, Experience and Training: 
Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas. Two (2) years and six (6) months of experience practicing law. Experience as lead prosecutor for all levels of felony offenses, serving as lead counsel in conjunction with civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals is required.
 
Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
 
Physical/Environmental Requirements: 
Normal office environment.
 
Disclaimer: 
This is an “at will” position with no civil service or other appellate rights. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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Holmes County Prosecutors Office

The Holmes County Prosecutor&rsquo;s Office is in search of an attorney to work in the criminal division. The attorney will be responsible for either felony or misdemeanor prosecution, depending upon level of experience. This includes reviewing investigatory reports, meeting with officers and victims, making charging decisions, and prosecuting cases through all levels of criminal proceedings. This position does not include appellate litigation. Admission to the Ohio Bar is required upon submission of an application. Litigation or prosecution experience is preferred. Salary is competitive and will be determined based on experience level. Applications will be accepted through November 10, 2025. Please submit cover letters and resumes to Ashley Porter via email at aporter@co.holmes.oh.us.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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