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Attorney Referee
Saint Joseph, MI Organization: Berrien County Courts Position Title: Attorney Referee Salary: $83,849 - $112,366 per year Experience: - Graduation from ABA accredited law school - Admission to the practice of law in the State of Michigan and in good standing with the State Bar - Minimum of five years of paid full-time Trial Court experience in the practice of law or three years of prior experience as an Attorney Referee in the Circuit, Juvenile or Probate Court Job Description: - Conduct hearings in domestic relations cases related to custody, parenting time, child support, temporary matters, and other matters involving children - Conduct preliminary, adjudication, dispositional and progress hearings in delinquency and child protective proceedings - Prepare and review Orders prior to submission to the judges - Serve as Legal Counsel to the Director of the Office of the Friend of the Court and staff - Advise judges and court staff as requested - Operate video and audio equipment for the recording of all court hearings conducted - Retrieve and enter data into various computer systems - Train, assist and coordinate in-service training with staff - Represent the Courts in dealings with other governmental and private agencies - Interact with organizations, associations and community groups to explain the purpose, role and procedure of the Courts - Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of a procedure manual and appropriate forms - Participate in the development of internal policies, procedures, rules, regulations and goals and objectives as they relate to the Courts’ matters - Assist in implementing new statutes, rules and procedures dictated by the Legislature, Appellate Courts, and Court Rules in accordance with the decisions of the Supreme Court and/or the State Court Administrative Office Education and Experience Requirements: - Graduation from ABA accredited law school - Admission to the practice of law in the State of Michigan and in good standing with the State Bar - Minimum of five years of paid full-time Trial Court experience in the practice of law or three years of prior experience as an Attorney Referee in the Circuit, Juvenile or Probate Court Special Requirements: - A legal writing sample must accompany application for the position - Must complete training courses offered by the Michigan Judicial Institute and as required by their Judges and/or the Court’s Administrator - Must possess and maintain a valid vehicle operator’s license throughout the course of employment - Candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment physical, including drug testing prior to employment - A background check will be performed and employees will be fingerprinted - Subject to random alcohol and drug testing per the Court’s policy - Handles on-call responsibilities on a rotating basis with other Attorney Referees Required Knowledge and Skills: - Knowledge of courtroom operations and procedures, including the ability to conduct specific hearings - Familiar with agencies within Berrien County that serve the Courts’ clients - Clear understanding of criminal, civil, juvenile and family law, statutes, court rules, case law, local ordinances, and the State of Michigan Motor Vehicle Code - Able to exercise a high degree of independent judgment and discretion throughout each step of the legal process - Experience with the use of personal computers and word processing and spreadsheet software - Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to maintain records and reports - Able to stay current on case law, legislation and laws affecting the courts and law enforcement To Apply: - Online: Click Here - Email, Fax, Mail or In Person: Download a Berrien County Job Application and send it to the Personnel Department via email, fax, mail or in person. A Berrien County job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment. Special Requirements: - A legal writing sample must accompany application for the position Miscellaneous Information: - Anticipated employment commencement date is August 1, 2024 - This Attorney Referee position will conduct hearings for both the Juvenile Division and the Friend of Court division H1 and H2 Headings: H1: Attorney Referee - Conduct Hearings for Juvenile and Friend of Court Divisions H2: Job Description and Duties H1: Education and Experience Requirements H2: Graduation from ABA Accredited Law School and Minimum Experience Required H1: Special Requirements H2: Legal Writing Sample and Training Courses H1: Required Knowledge and Skills H2: Courtroom Operations, Familiarity with Berrien County Agencies, and Understanding of Relevant Laws H1: To Apply H2: Online or Via Email, Fax, Mail, or In Person H1: Miscellaneous Information H2: Employment Commencement Date and Position Details Bullet Points: - Conduct hearings in domestic relations cases related to custody, parenting time, child support, temporary matters, and other matters involving children - Prepare and review Orders prior to submission to the judges - Serve as Legal Counsel to the Director of the Office of the Friend of the Court and staff - Advise judges and court staff as requested - Operate video and audio equipment for the recording of all court hearings conducted - Retrieve and enter data into various computer systems - Represent the Courts in dealings with other governmental and private agencies - Interact with organizations, associations and community groups to explain the purpose, role and procedure of the Courts - Contribute to the preparation and maintenance of a procedure manual and appropriate forms - Participate in the development of internal policies, procedures, rules, regulations and goals and objectives as they relate to the Courts’ matters - Assist in implementing new statutes, rules and procedures dictated by the Legislature, Appellate Courts, and Court Rules in accordance with the decisions of the Supreme Court and/or the State Court Administrative Office - Graduation from ABA accredited law school - Admission to the practice of law in the State of Michigan and in good standing with |
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