Assistant State's Attorney

National Police; Leonardtown, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the State’s Attorney for St. Mary’s County, Maryland, seeks a full-time attorney to represent the State in District Court and Circuit Court.

You will assist in investigations, prepare and analyze cases, and coordinate with law enforcement on charging decisions and evidence handling. The position requires Maryland Bar admission, graduation from an accredited law school, strong trial and written advocacy, the ability to supervise staff, maintain confidentiality, and manage a large

Qualifications

• College degree from an accredited law school.
• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Maryland Bar (Licensed Attorney in Maryland).
• Authorized to practice before the Supreme Court of Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Represent the State of Maryland in criminal matters in District Court and Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County.
• Advise and assist law enforcement on legal matters including charging decisions.
• Appear in court to present evidence, examine witnesses, and advocate for the State.
• Draft and file necessary court documents.
• Identify and prepare evidence for use in Court.
• Prepare, research, and analyze cases; develop expertise in criminal law.
• Supervise, coordinate, train, and provide guidance to administrative staff.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and IT for tools and best practices.
• Respond to e-discovery requests and manage electronically stored information.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Skills

Maryland Rules of Evidence

Discovery Knowledge

Legal research

Trial work

Supervising staff

Written & verbal communication

Judgment & discretion

Case management

Working under pressure

Large caseload management

Education

Law degree (Juris Doctor)

Maryland Bar admission

Accredited law school graduate

Authorized to practice before the Maryland Supreme Court

Tools

Axon

Job description

This full-time position will perform legal work representing the State of Maryland in the District Court and/or Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County, Maryland. Assists in the investigation and prosecution of criminal cases. Conducts proper preparation, research, and analysis. Communicates and confers with victims and witnesses. Provides legal representation and guidance to proper parties. Creates and handles court documents. Serves on a wide variety of additional legal matters and performs other duties as assigned.

1. Represent the State of Maryland in the prosecution of criminal matters for St. Mary’s County, Maryland;
2. Advise and assist law enforcement officers and agencies on legal matters throughout the course of criminal investigations, to include charging decisions;
3. Appear in court and related forums to select juries, present evidence, examine witnesses, make legal arguments, and act as an advocate for the State of Maryland;
4. Draft and file necessary documents;
5. Identify and prepare evidence for use in Court;
6. Prepare, research, and analyze cases;
7. Develop knowledge and expertise in the area of criminal law;
8. Work professionally and effectively representing the Office of the State’s Attorney at all times;
9. Ensure confidentiality of information and records;
10. Supervise, coordinate, train, and provide legal guidance to administrative staff (i.e. case managers, legal assistants, victim witness, evidence review unit, investigators, paralegals, interns, etc.);
11. Coordinate closely with partners in law enforcement agencies and information technology for the advancement and improved technical support, evaluation of tools, and development of best practices;
12. Apply expertise, skills and education to respond to e-discovery and other electronically stored-information requests;
13. Keep ahead of changes in the field of e-discovery and training/informing management, attorneys, and discovery team on changes in the law and e-discovery practices;
14. Work with law enforcement agencies, staff members, and the general public;
15. Appear in Court for trials, pleas, hearing, sentencings, and any other Court appearances are requested;
16. Comply with St. Mary’s County Personnel Rules and Regulations; and
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

1. Knowledge of Maryland Rules of Evidence and Discovery and applicable state and federal case and statutory law;
2. Knowledge of legal principles and procedures;
3. Skilled in case evaluation and trial work;
4. Skilled in the use of applicable computer programs and software (e.g. Axon);
5. Ability to work efficiently and effectively in high-pressure situations;
6. Ability to handle a large and varied caseload efficiently and effectively;
7. Possess knowledge and understanding of Maryland criminal law and related statutes, criminal procedure and Maryland rules;
8. Possess exceptional organizational and presentation skills;
9. Possess exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
10. Ability to effectively supervise, direct, and evaluate the work of others;
11. Ability to make quick and well-reasoned decisions under pressure;
12. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
13. Ability to conduct legal research and organize work;
14. Ability to synthesize large amounts of information;
15. Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal;
16. Ability to use discretion and good judgment in working with sensitive information; and
17. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

1. College Degree;
2. Graduated from an accredited law school;
3. Admission to the Maryland Bar (Licensed Attorney in Maryland and in good standing);
4. Authorized to practice law before the Supreme Court of Maryland.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Work requires light physical effort in the handling of light materials in non-strenuous work positions up to 30 pounds and/or continual standing, sitting, bending, or walking.

Work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations, which require a range of safety and other precautions, e.g., aggressive human behavior, or similar situations where conditions cannot be controlled.