Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Trial & Appeals

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan; Michigan; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan seeks an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Ionia County to handle civil infractions, misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile delinquency, abuse and neglect, and related duties.

The APA will review warrants and petitions, conduct plea negotiations for juvenile and adult defendants, draft motions and appeals, participate in formal hearings, trials, and represent DHHS in Abuse/Neglect cases.

Qualifications

• JD required and in good standing with Michigan State Bar.
• Strong advocacy and negotiating skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Review warrants and petition requests.
• Conduct plea negotiations for juvenile and adult defendants.
• Draft and respond to motions/appeals; participate in formal hearings and trials.
• Represent DHHS in Abuse/Neglect cases; perform various prosecutorial duties.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Plea negotiations

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan seeks an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Ionia County to handle civil infractions, misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile delinquency, abuse and neglect, and related duties.

The APA will review warrants and petitions, conduct plea negotiations for juvenile and adult defendants, draft motions and appeals, participate in formal hearings, trials, and represent DHHS in Abuse/Neglect cases.