Assistant Prosecuting Attorney - Appellate Division (4915-31)

The Prosecutor • Cincinnati, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Assistant prosecuting attorneys assigned to the appellate division are responsible for representing the State of Ohio in criminal matters, primarily in the First District Court of Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court, and also in the Hamilton County trial courts. They also assist the trial divisions with research projects and, when needed, matters being handled in the trial courts. Assistant prosecutors assigned to the appellate division have strong foundations in legal research, writing, and presenting oral arguments.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to comfortably appear and argue matters before Ohio courts.
• Critical thinking and decision making skills.
• Fairness, strong work ethic, and high integrity.
• A dedication to serving our community and seeking justice with integrity.
• Ability to use LexisNexis for legal research.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, primarily Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented, flexible and quick thinking, and ability to quickly learn new tasks.
• Good time management, with an ability to prioritize job duties to ensure accurate and timely completion of responsibilities.
• Ability to conduct business in accordance within State and Federal statutes and guidelines.
• Ability to perform all other duties assigned, delegated, or required of the Assistant Prosecuting attorney, as well as those prescribed by law.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and the ability to drive to matters taking place outside of downtown Cincinnati, such as Columbus, Ohio.

Nice To Haves

• Experience practicing criminal law at the appellate level.
• Ability to conduct thorough and reliable research.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex information effectively.
• Ability to produce clear, concise, and well-organized written work.
• Ability to develop strong persuasive, evidence-based arguments.
• Licensure in the federal courts, while helpful, is not required.

Responsibilities

• Researching, writing briefs and motions related to, and arguing criminal appeals in the First District Court of Appeals. This includes appeals filed by criminal defendants and appeals taken by the State of Ohio. It also involves occasionally serving as amicus curiae in cases being handled by other jurisdictions.
• Researching, writing briefs and motions related to, and arguing criminal appeals in the Ohio Supreme Court. This includes jurisdictional memorandums and, when jurisdiction is accepted, merit briefs. This includes both appeals filed by criminal defendants and appeals taken by the State of Ohio. It also involves occasionally serving as amicus curiae in cases being handled by other jurisdictions.
• Responding to research requests from the criminal trial divisions and, when needed, assisting the trial divisions in the trial courts with various matters, including but not limited to, responses to motions to suppress, drafting pleadings, preparing jury instructions, and answering questions related to evidentiary matters. This may include making arguments in the trial courts.
• Researching and responding to various post-conviction matters, including but not limited to petitions for post-conviction relief, requests to seal/expunge records, motions to vacate pleas/sentences, judicial release, jailtime credit, competency/not guilty by reason of insanity, applications for DNA testing, and parole matters. This often involves handling hearings at the trial level.
• Keeping up to date on new developments in the law, including keeping abreast of decisions from courts that impact Hamilton County and new legislation from the Ohio General Assembly.
• Assisting other assistant prosecuting attorneys by reviewing and proofreading pleadings, and participating in moot court sessions.
• Maintaining files and records of assigned matters.
• Working professionally with the courts, court staff, defense attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and the public.

Benefits

• Full-time role; paid bi-weekly; paid vacation, sick time, two annual personal days.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Wellness Incentives, Employee Assistance Plan.
• Ohio Public Employee’s Retirement System which includes a 10% employee contribution and a 14% employer contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level