Assistant Prosecuting Attorney – Appellate Division II

Portage County Ohio • Ravenna, OH

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About The Position

Incumbent is responsible for initiating and responding to all appeals from Criminal and Civil Division cases to the 11th District Court of Appeals, The Ohio Supreme Court and all Federal Courts.

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of the legal system
• Ability to prepare and present seminars for law enforcement personnel
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of researching skills
• Highly skilled in computer legal research
• Knowledge of the Rules of the Court, the Ohio Revised Code, Administrative Code, Criminal Rules, etc.
• Juris Doctor Degree is required
• Incumbent must pass the bar exam and be licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio and in good standing with the Supreme Court of Ohio

Responsibilities

• Filing Appeals from adverse rulings in cases in the Criminal and Civil Division of the Prosecutor’s Office when so directed by the Chief Assistant Prosecutors of the Division or the Prosecuting Attorney
• Filing responses to Appeals and post-conviction proceedings taken by defendants in criminal cases or any party in civil cases
• Preparing all requisite notices, motions, and briefs in said appeals in a timely manner
• Conducting oral arguments in all appeals before State and Federal Appellate Courts
• Prepare and present seminars for Assistant Prosecutors and local law enforcement personnel
• Conduct research and writing memoranda on specific legal issues arising in the course of prosecution or litigation upon request of the Chief Assistant Prosecutors or the Prosecuting Attorney

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree