Assistant District Attorney
About The Position
The Assistant District Attorney prosecutes criminal cases in district and superior courts for the Office of the District Attorney in Prosecutorial District 10. The role offers hands-on courtroom and litigation experience, training, mentorship, and opportunities to develop criminal law and advocacy skills. No prior criminal law experience is required. The attorney screens cases, conducts legal research, drafts motions and briefs, collaborates with law enforcement, victims, and witnesses, negotiates plea agreements, prepares for court proceedings, and presents arguments before judges and juries. The position requires applying relevant laws and procedures, developing litigation strategies, and communicating legal concepts clearly while working independently and cooperatively with participants in the criminal justice process.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate (JD) degree.
- Eligibility to practice law in the state of North Carolina.
- Knowledge of federal, state, common, and constitutional law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; North Carolina General Statutes; legal research methods and tools; the NC court system; and ethical and professional standards.
- Ability to analyze facts and law, conduct legal research, and apply applicable law to case facts.
- Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and establish cooperative working relationships.
- Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments with minimal direction.
Nice To Haves
- A passion for public service and commitment to seeking justice.
Responsibilities
- Prosecute criminal cases in district and superior courts.
- Screen cases and assess the strengths and weaknesses of case facts.
- Research case law and identify relevant legal precedent.
- Draft motions, briefs, reports, and other legal documents.
- Organize work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
- Collaborate with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, attorneys, and other participants in the criminal justice process.
- Negotiate plea agreements and prepare for court proceedings.
- Prepare and conduct witness examinations, deliver opening statements and closing arguments, and make evidentiary objections.
- Develop and execute litigation strategies.
- Provide timely legal interpretations for court officials and handle sensitive situations tactfully.
Benefits
- Training and mentorship from experienced attorneys.
- No-cost professional development and training opportunities.
- Opportunities for growth and development of litigation, criminal law, and advocacy skills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
