Municipal Judge Job Description
[Insert company name here] is an established and successful law firm specializing in [insert key areas of focus here]
We’re looking for a Municipal Judge to preside over pretrial hearings, small claims proceedings, and misdemeanor cases. The authority of a municipal court judge is limited to the aforementioned areas of law and never includes overseeing trials, appeals of administrative hearings.
Roles & Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Conduct hearings on a wide variety of Municipal Code traffic violations, including those involving automobiles, bicyclists, and pedestrians
- Conduct hearings involving the public’s health and safety including animal control violations, zoning, fire, and building code violations
- Impose appropriate sanctions for violations
- Serve in formal court as a judge pro tempore when needed. In such situations, the
- The magistrate may preside over in-custody arraignments, pre-trial hearings, motions, criminal trials, and review hearings, as well as presiding over Mental Health and Veterans Treatment Courts
- Provide occasional Saturday and holiday coverage as well as some after-hour issuance of search warrants
About you
- Graduate of law with a Bachelor of Law (LLB) or Juris Doctorate (JD) degree
- [insert number] years in the practice of law, including substantial criminal law experience
- Knowledge of the Rules of Courts of Limited Jurisdiction (CrRLJ)
- Knowledge of the Rules of Evidence (ER)
- Knowledge of the Infraction Rules for Courts of Limited Jurisdiction (IRLJ)
- Possess diplomacy and objectivity in the fulfillment of all job duties
- Ability to maintain decorum in a courtroom
- Ability to apply fair and equitable administration of the law while providing good customer service
- Ability to conduct court business in a manner that brings honor and respect to the organization
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Demonstrate a willingness to promote and explain court programs through speaking engagements at community and school events
What you’ll get in return
The firm offers a generous benefits package along with compensation based on experience level and client orientation.
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Medical insurance plan
- Dental insurance plan
- Vision insurance plan
- Contribution to life insurance plan
- 401k profit sharing
- Parking reimbursement
- Social, charity, and wellness events
To apply for the role or have a confidential discussion, contact us on [insert recruiter email address] or [insert recruiter phone number]