Senior Trial Attorney: Complex Felony Prosecutions

Macomb County; United States; On-site; USD 103,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

No monthly premium for single/family

First-day benefits

Job summary

Macomb County is seeking a Principal Trial Lawyer to perform highly complex legal assignments, authorize warrants, and oversee trials in the Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The role requires Juris Doctorate and Michigan Bar admission, with at least five years in criminal and/or civil practice, including jury trials.

Responsibilities include arraignments, hearings, pre-trial negotiations, and supervising other Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys, while upholding professional standards and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university is required.
• Active membership in the State Bar of Michigan is required.
• Experience in criminal and/or civil law with emphasis on trials and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Attends arraignments, hearings and sentencings.
• Participates in pre-trial negotiations and evaluates charges.
• Prepares warrants, subpoenas, and legal pleadings with independent judgement.
• Researches legal issues and advises law enforcement and staff.
• Supervises and directs other Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys.
• Handles and investigates citizen complaints as needed.
• Conducts trials of state law felony cases and related investigations.

Skills

Criminal law

Civil law

Legal research

Oral and written advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Project management

Procedural knowledge

Confidentiality

Education

Juris Doctorate

State Bar of Michigan admission

Job description

Macomb County is seeking a Principal Trial Lawyer to perform highly complex legal assignments, authorize warrants, and oversee trials in the Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The role requires Juris Doctorate and Michigan Bar admission, with at least five years in criminal and/or civil practice, including jury trials.

Responsibilities include arraignments, hearings, pre-trial negotiations, and supervising other Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys, while upholding professional standards and