Shire Jobs

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney

• $74,008 - $120,000/ Year 
• Starting salary is commensurate with experience.
• Full Benefits Package

Duties:

• Prosecutes complaints for and on behalf of the County and other official agencies.
• Receives and reviews police reports and arrest warrants from police departments; approves and authorizes arrest warrants or returns warrants to agencies for further investigation.
• Advises police agencies on proper legal procedures.
• Prepares legal briefs for submission to Circuit and District Courts, Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
• Represents the people of the State of Michigan in jury and non-jury felony cases in the Circuit Court and District Court, as well as argues cases in front of the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
• Assists less experienced Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys by recommending strategies and techniques.
• Exercises a considerable degree of independent judgment throughout each state of the criminal justice process and in the preparation of cases.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. 

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from accredited law school is required, but no prior experience is necessary.

Special Requirements:

• Must be a member of the State Bar of Michigan.
• If awaiting bar results, applicant may be hired in pending passage of bar exam.