Judicial Staff Attorney / Magistrate

Company: County of Licking
Location: Newark
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

• Review and research legal issues and questions to formulate recommendations on the disposition of motions;
• Assist in drafting of legal opinions, findings of fact and conclusions of law and various other legal memoranda;
• Respond to questions concerning the docket from attorneys and/or the parties;
• Conduct scheduling conferences, pre-trials and other case management duties at the request of the Judge(s);
• Conduct initial criminal appearances, arraignments, bond hearings and civil protection order hearings.
• Perform a variety of other related duties as required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties to be performed. Other duties may be assigned. Brief Description: This is an unclassified position that serves at the pleasure of the Court. This position is responsible for assisting the Judges of the Court of Common Pleas with the management of their civil and criminal dockets. Job Prerequisites: Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and AbilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following:
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with Judges, staff, Court employees, attorneys, litigants, outside agencies and the public;
• Thorough knowledge of applicable and relevant laws and rules of practice and procedure (g., Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Rules of Civil and Criminal Procedure, Local Rules of the Court);
• Proven analytical and legal research skills and attention to detail and accuracy;
• Ability to conduct legal research;
• Ability to analyze legal questions from different areas of the law and to formulate and present recommendations to the Judge(s) and to produce work product of exceptional quality.
• Ability to complete assigned work without specific direction or instruction regarding manner of completion; independently without daily supervision and organize and prioritize duties;
• Ability to work effectively and in a professional manner when under stress and confronted with tight deadlines;
• Familiarity with Court operations;
• Effective time management, reliability and punctuality;
• Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information and exercise sound discretion;
• Ability to maintain the highest ethical standards;
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications;
• Must possess a professional appearance and demeanor at all times. Education and ExperienceJuris Doctor (J.D.) degree and admission to the Ohio Bar required. With a minimum of 4 years experience practicing law or doing similar job duties. Application Procedure: APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSProof of education, bar admission, writing samples and employment references will be required before final interview. Applicants must submit a letter of interest and resume in pdf form to:Dan Hoover - Court AdministratorLicking County Common Pleas Court
  2 nd floor
  Newark, Ohio 43055(e-mail:--danhoover@lcounty.com)This position will remain open until filled. However, the process of resume review will begin upon application Compensation: Salary: Commensurate with experience About UFA: This position will remain open until filled. However, the process of resume review will begin upon application.

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