District Court Prosecutor — Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

Van Buren County; Paw Paw Township (MI); On-site; USD 102,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren County is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to represent the People in Michigan, primarily serving the Paw Paw office. The role includes reviewing warrants, prosecuting district court matters, and collaborating with law enforcement.

Requirements include a Law Degree and Michigan Bar membership. Prior prosecutorial experience is preferred but not required; duties may involve circuit court felony trials and participation in specialty courts as needed.

Qualifications

• Law degree required.
• Michigan Bar membership required.
• Prior prosecutorial experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of professional conduct rules.

Responsibilities

• Represent Van Buren County as an appointed Assistant Prosecuting Attorney.
• Primarily assigned to the 7th District Court in Paw Paw, Michigan.
• Review and screen warrant requests for authorization.
• Handle all district court matters including hearings, conferences, and trials (jail/field).
• May be assigned circuit court felony trials on a case-by-case basis.
• Assist and counsel police agencies in criminal investigations and warrant reviews.

Skills

Legal research

Public speaking

Impartial analysis

Team collaboration

Willingness to work in South Haven

Education

Law Degree

Michigan Bar membership

Job description

Van Buren County is seeking an Assistant Prosecuting Attorney to represent the People in Michigan, primarily serving the Paw Paw office. The role includes reviewing warrants, prosecuting district court matters, and collaborating with law enforcement.

Requirements include a Law Degree and Michigan Bar membership. Prior prosecutorial experience is preferred but not required; duties may involve circuit court felony trials and participation in specialty courts as needed.