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[The Assistant States Attorney provides support to the States Attorney by prosecuting criminal offenses and providing legal representation to Williams County regarding civil matters.

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• 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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