District Staff Attorney (D4 Pottawattamie 146923)
About The Position
The Iowa Judicial Branch seeks applicants for a District Staff Attorney position to support judicial officers of District 4 which includes the counties of: Audubon, Cass, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, and Shelby. District Court Staff Attorneys are responsible for providing professional legal services for the District Court to help the court process and dispose of cases. The successful candidate will perform extensive research, prepare memoranda, orally brief the court, and draft proposed rulings and orders for review by the presiding judge. The successful candidate should expect to do a variety of other tasks to assist with the day-to-day functions of the court. Employees in this class may also assist in the recruitment, selection, training, and supervision of law clerks.
Requirements
- Knowledge of Iowa laws and rules; Iowa Judicial Branch organization, functions, and responsibilities of the courts.
- Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and practices of conducting legal research.
- Ability to research, understand, and interpret state and federal law, case law, court rules, administrative rules and directives, and legislative documents.
- Ability to abide by the set laws and perform ethically.
- Ability to secure confidential information.
- Ability to use office technology and equipment.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage time efficiently.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Completed law school or legal degree, law clerk apprenticeship, or law clerk program.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the practice of law and legal procedure.
- Considerable experience in legal research and writing.
- Experience interpreting recent case outcomes and legislative changes.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a professional environment.
- A completed IJB LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certificate is equivalent to six months of education or experience for supervisory-level positions.
Responsibilities
- Perform electronic and manual research of laws, legal opinions, policies, regulations, and other legal precedents.
- Draft or review legal documents such as legal briefs, memos, rulings, orders, and opinions.
- Examine filings for legal sufficiency, jurisdiction, and proper form as required by statutes, rules, regulations, and other legal precedents.
- Prepare jury instructions.
- May supervise or mentor law clerks and review the work of law clerks, paralegals, and other support staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Collaborative, positive professional work environment
- Opportunities to make a widespread difference in the Iowa communities
- Excellent benefits package
- Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Leave
- Iowa Public Employees’ Retirement System (IPERS) plan
- Employee discount program
- Employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch may qualify for the federal student loan repayment program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
