Assistant Prosecutor: Child Protection & Courts

Van Buren Company; Paw Paw (MI); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office in Paw Paw, Michigan seeks an experienced assistant to represent the People of the State of Michigan in legal proceedings and prosecute complaints in our Paw Paw office.

Primary duties include advising DHHS staff on child protection matters, reviewing petitions, assisting with search warrants, and presenting in court on motions, trials, and termination petitions.

Qualifications

• Bar membership in Michigan is required.
• Must have at least 3+ years of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of rules of professional conduct, legal research, and writing.
• Public speaking ability and familiarity with U.S. and Michigan constitutions.

Responsibilities

• Advise DHHS staff on child protection matters.
• Review petitions for legal sufficiency and approve/deny.
• Advise police on investigations and search warrants.
• Review filings and appearances in juvenile charges.
• Conduct pre-trial conferences and court appearances.

Skills

Legal research

Public speaking

Analytical thinking

Education

Law degree

Job description

Van Buren County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office in Paw Paw, Michigan seeks an experienced assistant to represent the People of the State of Michigan in legal proceedings and prosecute complaints in our Paw Paw office.

Primary duties include advising DHHS staff on child protection matters, reviewing petitions, assisting with search warrants, and presenting in court on motions, trials, and termination petitions.