Assistant County Attorney: Prosecutions & Civil Litigation

Cass County Minnesota; Walker (MN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Cass County Minnesota seeks an attorney to assist the County Attorney in District Court prosecutions and civil litigation, including working with victims and witnesses.

The role involves reviewing crimes and civil matters, preparing complaints, eCharging, civil pleadings, legal research, briefs, and memos; conducting trials, negotiating pleas, and advising County officials on legal matters. A Minnesota law license is required and the position includes office duties with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice in Minnesota in good standing.
• Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver's license.
• Efficient and accurate keyboarding skills.
• Familiarity with relevant software and office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Handle criminal prosecution and civil litigation, including work with victims and witnesses.
• Prepare criminal complaints and eCharging cases; prepare civil pleadings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare briefs and memoranda.
• Conduct Court/Jury trials and engage in plea and/or settlement negotiations.
• Prepare sentence and disposition recommendations; handle appearances in District Court.
• Develop work priorities and assist the County Attorney in department policy.
• Provide advice to County employees and departments on County business as directed by the County Attorney.
• Perform confidential/professional duties per office and County requirements.

Skills

Effective communication

Legal knowledge

Case management

Independent judgement

Typing / computer skills

Relationship building

Education

Law degree (JD)

Bar admission Minnesota

Tools

eFiling/eService

Job description

Cass County Minnesota seeks an attorney to assist the County Attorney in District Court prosecutions and civil litigation, including working with victims and witnesses.

The role involves reviewing crimes and civil matters, preparing complaints, eCharging, civil pleadings, legal research, briefs, and memos; conducting trials, negotiating pleas, and advising County officials on legal matters. A Minnesota law license is required and the position includes office duties with occasional travel.