Assistant District Attorney

State of North Carolina • Caswell County, NC

15h • 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 (or eligibility for licensure prior to hire).
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently and professionally.
• Commitment to integrity, fairness, and public service.
• 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.

Benefits

• Direct Interaction and Impact with Your Community
• Collaborative Office Culture
• Immediate Impact
• Training and Mentorship
• Numerous no-cost professional development and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level