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Criminal Law Attorney / Litigation - General Attorney in Williston, ND

Williams County States Attorney Mar 05,2018 Jul 21,2016 Location Williston ND
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Government

Attorney

Criminal Law - Prosecution

Litigation - General (consumer)

$79,000-$88,000

Min 2 yrs required

Profile

Assistant State's Attorney The candidate under limited supervision, provides assistance to the State's Attorney; prosecutes criminal offenses and represents Williams County regarding civil issues. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this position. Employees may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and may be required to perform position-specific tasks other than those listed in this job description. Prosecutes criminal offenses including bench and jury trials; makes all related required appearances. Drafts briefs and submits motions regarding criminal cases. Prepares criminal charges including reviewing related reports. Consults with law enforcement personnel regarding investigations and legal procedures. Presents criminal and non-criminal juvenile petitions to the Court for adjudication and disposition. Represents the County in relation to civil matters and issues. Responds to County-related civil inquiries from County employees and County Commissioners. Drafts legal documents and ordinances regarding civil issues. Provides general assistance to State's Attorney including drafting briefs and motions as requested. Presents mental health involuntary commitment petitions to the Court for consideration and disposition. Oversees child support establishment and enforcement. May fulfill duties of State's Attorney in his/her absence as required. Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should have Juris Doctorate Degree. Preferable: 2 years law experience. Must be a member in good standing with the North Dakota State Bar Association OR able to obtain licensing shortly after hire date.
Required Knowledge: Knowledge of judicial principles and practices. Knowledge of North Dakota and Federal case law. Knowledge of criminal and civil law processes and procedures. Knowledge of methods used for prosecuting criminal offenses. Knowledge of processes for drafting legal briefs, motions, and ordinances. Knowledge of procedures for presenting mental health petitions. Skills needed: Skill in successfully prosecuting criminal offenses. Skill in drafting legal documentation including briefs, motions, and ordinances. Skill in consulting with law enforcement personnel regarding investigations and legal procedures.Skill in providing legal counsel and representation to the County regarding civil matters. Skill in presenting mental health petitions to the Court. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with County departments and personnel, County officials, law enforcement personnel, outside agencies, community groups, and members of the public.

Additional info

Position #2016-031.

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