Assistant District Attorney

State of North Carolina•Halifax County, NC

17h

About The Position

The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 7, serves Bertie, Halifax, Hertford, and Northampton counties and is seeking an attorney to prosecute criminal cases. The caseload may include district and superior court cases. The role involves screening and preparing cases, conducting legal research, developing litigation strategies, and representing the prosecution in court. The attorney will work with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and other participants in the criminal justice process.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
Knowledge of federal, state, common, and constitutional law; judicial procedures; and rules of evidence.
Knowledge of North Carolina General Statutes relevant to prosecuting criminal cases and of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures.
Knowledge of legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools.
Knowledge of evidentiary information-gathering principles and protocols and of the operations of the North Carolina court system.
Knowledge of ethical and professional standards of conduct.
Skill in interpreting and applying complex criminal laws to information and evidence; interviewing witnesses; legal research; plea negotiations; and work organization and prioritization.
Ability to analyze facts and legal materials, conduct legal research, plan and execute litigation strategies, examine witnesses, and present arguments.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing, handle sensitive situations tactfully, solve problems, and work independently.

Responsibilities

Screen incoming cases and assess the strengths and weaknesses of case facts.
Research case law and use electronic legal research systems and other research tools.
Prepare cases for trial and write and file appropriate motions.
Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up on assignments with minimal direction.
Meet with victims of crime.
Analyze facts and applicable law and develop and execute litigation strategies.
Prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations; deliver opening statements and closing arguments; and make evidentiary objections.
Negotiate plea agreements.
Prepare reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
Provide responsive legal interpretations to court officials and communicate complex legal concepts clearly and persuasively.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process.