Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Appellate Division (4915-31)

Hamilton County, Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 84,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Wellness incentives

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office seeks an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney (Appellate Division) to handle criminal appeals in the First District Court of Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court. The role requires strong research, writing, and oral-argument skills, with responsibilities across appellate and trial-court support.

The starting salary is $84,388 annually, with additional compensation based on experience. Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; position is in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and Ohio law license required.
• Strong legal research and writing skills required.
• Ability to appear and argue before Ohio courts required.
• Experience with LexisNexis for legal research preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research, write briefs and motions related to criminal appeals and argue in the First District Court of Appeals; may serve as amicus curiae.
• Research and brief in Ohio Supreme Court; prepare jurisdictional memos and merit briefs.
• Assist trial divisions with research, pleadings, and evidentiary matters in the trial courts.
• Handle post-conviction matters and hearings; stay updated on developments in law and legislation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

Juris Doctorate

Ohio bar admission

Tools

LexisNexis

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Appellate Division (4915-31)

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id: 4915-31

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney (4915-31)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Starting Salary: $84,388.00Annually: Additional compensation may be considered based on experience.

FLSA: SalaryExempt

Applicants are encouraged to submit a writing sample with their application. Previously filed documents, such as an appellate brief, are acceptable. If an original writing for this application, then format the sample as if you were responding to an assignment of error on a criminal topic of your choosing.

Job Overview

Assistant prosecuting attorneys assigned to the appellate divisionare responsible forrepresentingthe State of Ohio in criminal matters,primarily in the First District Court of Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court, and also in the Hamilton County trial courts. They also assist the trial divisions with research projects and, when needed, matters being handledinthe trialcourts.Assistant prosecutors assigned to the appellate division have strong foundations in legal research, writing, and presenting oral arguments.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Researching, writingbriefs and motions related to, and arguing criminal appeals in the First District Court of Appeals. This includes appeals filed by criminal defendantsandappeals taken by the State of Ohio.It also involves occasionally serving as amicuscuriae in cases being handled by otherjurisdictions.
• Researching, writingbriefs and motions related to, and arguing criminal appeals in the Ohio Supreme Court. This includesjurisdictionalmemorandums and, whenjurisdictionis accepted, merit briefs. This includes both appeals filed by criminal defendantsandappeals taken by the State of Ohio.It also involves occasionally serving as amicus curiae in cases being handled by otherjurisdictions.
• Responding to research requests from the criminal trial divisionsand, when needed, assisting the trial divisions in the trial courtswithvariousmatters,including but not limited to,responses to motions to suppress, drafting pleadings, preparing jury instructions,andansweringquestionsrelated to evidentiary matters.This may include making arguments in the trial courts.
• Researching and responding to various post-conviction matters,including but not limited topetitions for post-conviction relief, requests to seal/expunge records, motions to vacate pleas/sentences,judicial release, jailtime credit,competency/not guilty by reason of insanity,applications for DNA testing,and parole matters.Thisoften involves handling hearings at the trial level.
• Keepingup to dateon new developments in the law, including keeping abreast of decisions from courts that impact Hamilton County and new legislation from the Ohio General Assembly.
• Assistingother assistant prosecuting attorneys by reviewing and proofreadingpleadings,andparticipating in moot court sessions.
• Maintaining files and records of assigned matters.
• Working professionally withthe courts, court staff,defense attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to comfortably appear and argue matters before Ohio courts.
• Critical thinking and decision making skills.
• Fairness, strong work ethic, and high integrity.
• A dedication to serving our community and seeking justice with integrity.
• Ability to use LexisNexis for legal research.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, primarily Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented, flexible and quick thinking, and ability to quickly learn new tasks.
• Good time management, with an ability to prioritize job duties to ensure accurate and timely completion of responsibilities.
• Ability to conduct business in accordance within State and Federal statutes and guidelines.
• Ability to perform all other duties assigned, delegated, or required of the Assistant Prosecuting attorney, as well as those prescribed by law.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive to matters taking place outside of downtown Cincinnati, such as Columbus, Ohio.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience practicing criminal law at the appellate level.
• Ability to conduct thorough and reliable research.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex information effectively.
• Ability to produce clear,concise, and well-organized written work.
• Ability to develop strong persuasive,evidence-basedarguments.
• Licensure in the federal courts, while helpful, is not required.
• Full-time role; paid bi-weekly; paid vacation, sick time, two annual personal days.
• ComprehensiveBenefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Wellness Incentives, Employee Assistance Plan.
• Ohio Public Employee's Retirement System which includes a 10% employee contribution and a 14% employer contribution.

The Prosecutor is an equal employment opportunity employer.The Prosecutor has a strict policy against any form of unlawful discrimination.The Prosecutor prohibits such harassment by or against all employees, vendors, clients and visitors. It is the policy of the Prosecutor to provide a working atmosphere free from discriminatory insult, intimidation and other forms of harassment.