Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

HOURS: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week

SALARY: $84,566- $117,700

JOB SUMMARY: Serve as assistant to the Prosecuting Attorney in representing the People of the State of Michigan in legal proceedings and prosecuting complaints at our South Haven office.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Advise Department of Health and Human Services staff on child protection matters
• Review for legal sufficiency and approve or deny DHHS child protection petitions
• Advise the police regarding case investigations and search warrants
• Review police reports and approve or deny the filing of charges against adults and juveniles
• Conduct pre-trial conferences
• Conduct probable cause conferences in District Court felony cases
• Arrange for service of process in child protection cases
• Prepare and present in court cases including motions and trials
• Prepare and present in court termination of parental rights petitions
• Represent petitioners at Probate Court mental commitment hearings
• Attend Adult and Family Recovery Court meetings

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:

• Law Degree required.
• Michigan Bar membership required.
• Must have at least 3+ years of experience in related field.
• Knowledge of and adherence to applicable rules of professional conduct
• Legal research and writing ability
• Public speaking ability
• Familiarity with United States and Michigan Constitutions
• Knowledge of applicable case law, statutes, court rules, and rules of evidence
• Ability to think logically
• Ability to objectively analyze and evaluate facts and issues to form impartial judgments
• Public relations skills and ability to work cooperatively with others
• Ability to willingly take direction from others and make application to assignments
• Willingness and ability to be flexible and help others as a good team member
• Willingness to work in South Haven District Court as needed

Practice Areas & Specialty

Family Law, Litigation