Assistant County Attorney I, II, or III - Family Law

County of Anoka•Anoka, MN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Anoka County Attorney’s Office has an immediate opening for an 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.

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.