ATTORNEY III-MAGISTRATE DISTRICT COURT 102-26

Kalamazoo County; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalamazoo County in Michigan seeks an Attorney III-Magistrate to oversee court proceedings, arraignments, hearings, and related duties. The role includes managing the small claims docket, issuing warrants, and performing civil marriage ceremonies.

The position requires a JD, 5–7 years of courtroom experience, and Michigan bar admission. Availability for non-traditional hours is expected to support court operations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• 5 to 7 years of related work experience practicing law in a court setting.
• A resident of Kalamazoo County.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan.
• In good standing with the State Bar of Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Conducts arraignments for misdemeanors and felony cases; determines bond and other conditions for pre-trial release.
• Manages Civil Small Claims Docket.
• Authorizes search and arrest warrants for misdemeanors and felony crimes.
• Conducts informal hearings for civil traffic infractions and municipal infractions.
• Reviews documents, issues judgments, or orders other actions.
• Conducts civil marriage ceremonies.
• Establishes and fosters positive and productive relationships with legal staff, court officials, law enforcement, and other members of the judicial system.
• Conducts legal research when required.
• Works nights, weekends, and other non-traditional hours as required to fulfill Magistrate responsibilities and meet the operational needs of the Court.
• Performs related work as required.

Education

Juris Doctor

Licensed to practice law in Michigan

Job description

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ATTORNEY III-MAGISTRATE DISTRICT COURT 102-26

ATTORNEY III-MAGISTRATE

Summary:
The purpose of this job is to conduct various court proceedings, including arraignments and informal hearings. Manages small claims docket, accepts pleas, issues warrants, and performs civil marriage ceremonies. Hearings include civil traffic and municipal civil infractions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conducts arraignments for misdemeanors and felony cases; determines bond and other conditions for pre-trial release.
• Manages Civil Small Claims Docket.
• Authorizes search and arrest warrants for misdemeanors and felony crimes.
• Conducts informal hearings for civil traffic infractions and municipal civil infractions.
• Reviews documents, issues judgments, or orders other actions.
• Conducts civil marriage ceremonies.
• Establishes and fosters positive and productive relationships with legal staff, court officials, law enforcement, and other members of the judicial system.
• Conducts legal research when required.
• Works nights, weekends, and other non-traditional hours as required to fulfill Magistrate responsibilities and meet the operational needs of the Court.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• 5 to 7 years of related work experience practicing law in a court setting
• A resident of Kalamazoo County

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan
• In good standing with the State Bar of Michigan

VETERANS:Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.

Pay Scale-113

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Works nights, weekends, and other non-traditional hours

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