Assistant District Attorney
About The Position
The District Attorney’s office seeks a qualified attorney for an Assistant District Attorney position. This is not an entry-level role. The position is intended for an attorney who has regularly worked in district and superior court, is proficient in running either courtroom efficiently, and is prepared to manage a full felony caseload. The attorney will handle a wide variety of felony cases and train with the lead sexual assault prosecutor to learn to prosecute sexual assault cases. The successful applicant will be proficient in general courtroom practice, have some jury trial experience, enjoy trial practice, and demonstrate a strong work ethic. The attorney is expected to build and fully prosecute their trial calendar, with each trial session expected to result in a jury trial. The office has a staff of 25 people and seeks applicants with strong interpersonal skills who are drama free. The role requires knowledge of criminal and constitutional law, court procedures, evidence, legal research, the North Carolina court system, and professional ethics. It also requires skill in analyzing criminal cases, researching precedent, negotiating pleas, organizing work, meeting deadlines, and working independently. The attorney must be able to develop litigation strategies, conduct witness examinations, present arguments and objections, prepare legal documents, communicate clearly and persuasively, and maintain cooperative relationships with attorneys, law enforcement, and others involved in the criminal justice process.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
- Proficiency in general courtroom practice and some jury trial experience.
- Strong knowledge of criminal law, court procedures, rules of evidence, legal research, and the North Carolina court system.
- Ability to analyze facts and apply applicable law; plan and conduct litigation; communicate clearly and persuasively; and work independently.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
Nice To Haves
- At least 5 years of experience as an attorney, or 4 years as a prosecutor.
- Experience regularly working in district and superior court and proficiency in running either courtroom efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Manage a full felony caseload and prosecute a wide variety of felony cases.
- Build and fully prosecute a trial calendar, with an expectation that each trial session will result in a jury trial.
- Train with the lead sexual assault prosecutor to learn how to prosecute sexual assault cases.
- Develop and execute effective litigation strategies.
- Prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations; deliver opening statements and closing arguments; and make evidentiary objections.
- Conduct legal research and prepare reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Negotiate plea agreements and meet critical deadlines.
- Work with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, court officials, and other participants in the criminal justice process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
