Deputy County Attorney — Prosecution & Counsel

Sarpy County; Papillion (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarpy County in Papillion, Nebraska seeks a licensed attorney to handle a broad range of legal matters within the County Attorney's Office. The role involves prosecuting and defending civil actions, advising county entities, and conducting hearings with strong emphasis on ethical practice and effective communication.

The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctor and Nebraska licensure eligibility, with the ability to operate within the rules of evidence and civil/criminal procedure.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor degree.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice law in Nebraska.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective communication with diverse groups and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, Officials, supervisors, employees, attorneys, judges, law enforcement staff, other County employees, other agencies, and the general public.
• Review investigative reports and evidence.
• Interview and prepare witnesses for various legal proceedings.
• Develop strategies and arguments in preparation for legal proceedings.
• Conduct hearings and present evidence concerning all stages of legal proceedings.
• Perform professional legal research.
• Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, reports, briefs and other legal documents as required or requested.
• Review orders, opinions, memos, contracts, rules and regulations, correspondence, and other legal papers for use by county departments and officials.
• Confer with judges and opposing counsel concerning pending cases.
• Confer with and advise investigative agencies concerning pending investigations.
• Advise various county entities on legal questions and interpretations.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of the rules of evidence, criminal procedure, civil procedure and other relevant Nebraska statutes.
• Prosecute cases under the Nebraska criminal, juvenile and traffic code.
• Prosecute or defend civil actions, including administrative proceedings on behalf of the county or any of its officers.
• Prosecute cases under the Mental Health Commitment Act.
• Confer with colleagues to establish and verify basis for legal issues.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of Diversion Services, Victim Witness and other outside agencies that may be relevant for making referrals as needed or requested.
• Report to work with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance.
• Perform other related duties as may be required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Nebraska licensure eligible

Job description

Sarpy County in Papillion, Nebraska seeks a licensed attorney to handle a broad range of legal matters within the County Attorney's Office. The role involves prosecuting and defending civil actions, advising county entities, and conducting hearings with strong emphasis on ethical practice and effective communication.

The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctor and Nebraska licensure eligibility, with the ability to operate within the rules of evidence and civil/criminal procedure.