Assistant County Attorney I, II, or III - Family Law
About The Position
The Anoka County Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for Assistant County Attorney who will perform various duties. This position will work within the Family Law Division of the Anoka County Attorney’s Office, which is responsible for providing legal and advisory services to Anoka County Child Support Services and representing Anoka County in family law cases to establish paternity and child support, and to effectively enforce and modify child support orders. Attorneys in the Family Law Division specialize in child support, paternity, contempt, and other various support enforcement proceedings, and will handle post-hearing proceedings and appeals related to family law cases. The highest volume of court appearances will be in District Court and the Expedited Process. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of August 17, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in Minnesota (must be licensed by October 2026)
- Successfully complete a fingerprint-based background investigation
Nice To Haves
- Experience representing a state, county, city, or other government entity
- Completion of paid Court of Appeals, Federal or District Court Judicial Clerkship
- Experience in effective presentation of cases to a court, arbitrator, referee, mediator, tribunal, or other finder of fact, including rules of court and evidence
- Experience conducting legal research and data analysis
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with clients, coworkers, and others
- Using technology in everyday practice
Responsibilities
- Represent Anoka County in legal proceedings, including hearings, trials, and appeals.
- Prepare briefs, motions, memoranda of law, opinions, pleadings, agreements, contracts, and other legal documents.
- Conduct pretrial/prehearing preparations.
- Review various legal resources in support of legal.
- Research, analyze, and interpret existing laws, regulations, and cases.
- Gather evidence, interview witnesses, and effectively present findings and arguments in state and federal court, or to other tribunals and finders of fact.
- Confer with parties and the public and negotiate settlements.
- Provide legal opinions and training to Anoka County employees and other government agencies in assigned subject matter.
- Prepare post-hearing motions and appeals, render legal opinions, review motions and other legal documents, confer with and provide legal counsel to county departments, officials, and employees.
- Draft ordinances, rules, and policies.
- Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with assigned legal team which includes legal assistants, paralegals, investigators, and victim witness staff.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group as assigned.
Benefits
- 24 days of paid flexible time off
- up to 12.5 paid holidays
- Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more
- Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
- Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
- Advancement/professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
