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WILLIAMS COUNTY Assistant State's Attorney in Williston, North Dakota
Apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/williams
[The Assistant States Attorney provides support to the States Attorney by prosecuting criminal offenses and providing legal representation to Williams County regarding civil matters.
[Examples of Duties [The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.]{proxima-nova",serif"=""}]{proxima-nova",serif"=""}]{proxima-nova",serif"=""}
- Conducts criminal prosecutions and civil litigations
- Attends and represents Williams County in various courtroom proceedings, such as bond hearings, pre-trial hearings, suppression hearings, bench trials, and jury trials
- Drafts and files motions, briefs, and other pleadings
- Reviews law enforcement records and prepares criminal charging documents
- Consults with law enforcement personnel regarding investigations and legal procedures
- Presents criminal and non-criminal juvenile petitions to the Court for adjudication and disposition
- Presents mental health involuntary commitment petitions to the Court for consideration and disposition
- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of techniques, information, and developments in the legal field
- Assists in the duties of the States Attorney in their absence or as requested
- Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.
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Juris Doctorate Degree
Must be a member in good standing with the North Dakota State Bar Association OR be able to obtain licensing shortly after hire
Two (2) years of law experience, preferred
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