Assistant District Attorney

State of North Carolina•Rockingham, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of the District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 22, serving Caswell and Rockingham counties, is seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant District Attorney to prosecute felony cases in Superior Court. The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, strong courtroom skills, and a commitment to pursuing justice, supporting victims, and ensuring public safety. In this role, you’ll be part of an office that values teamwork and mentorship. This is more than a job; it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of victims and their families while growing your expertise in one of the most impactful areas of criminal law.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in the State of North Carolina
Knowledge of federal, state, common, and constitutional law.
Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
Knowledge of case, statutory, and common law.
Knowledge of NC General Statutes to prosecute criminal cases.
Knowledge of judicial and quasi-judicial procedures.
Knowledge of legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools.
Knowledge of the principles and protocols for the evidentiary gathering of information, documents, financial records, and other data that may be used in trial court processes, protocols, and strategies.
Knowledge of the operations of the NC court system.
Knowledge of ethical and professional standards of conduct.
Skill in interpreting and applying complex criminal laws to information, evidence, and other data.
Skill in listening techniques used in interviewing witnesses.
Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts.
Skill in researching and identifying precedence in case law.
Skill in utilizing and evaluating electronic legal research and online systems.
Skill in negotiating plea agreements.
Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Ability to analyze facts, laws, rules, regulations, interpretations, and related written documents and apply applicable law to those facts.
Ability to conduct legal research.
Ability to plan, develop, and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results.
Ability to prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations.
Ability to deliver opening statements, closing arguments, and evidentiary objections.
Ability to express complex legal concepts and related facts in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to argue clearly, logically, and persuasively.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process.
Ability to recognize and solve problems.
Ability to produce legal interpretations in a quick and responsive manner for court officials.
Ability to write reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
Ability to deal tactfully with sensitive situations.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in Superior Court with jury trial experience.
Experience working with victims, law enforcement, or criminal justice stakeholders.
Strong legal research and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Handle a full Superior Court felony caseload, from initial review through trial and sentencing.
Prepare cases by reviewing investigative files, evaluating evidence, interviewing witnesses, and developing trial strategy.
Represent the State of North Carolina in pretrial hearings, plea negotiations, motions, jury trials, and post‑conviction proceedings.
Work closely with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, and court personnel to ensure effective case management.
Provide legal guidance to investigative agencies when appropriate.
Maintain accurate case files and comply with all discovery and ethical obligations.