Attorney III - District Attorney's Office

County Of Lehigh Pennsylvania • Allentown, PA

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About The Position

This is an intermediate professional legal position performing legal services as a criminal prosecutor in the office of the District Attorney. Work involves prosecuting cases and providing support and guidance to a group of subordinate professional employees. This position includes assisting law enforcement agencies with criminal investigations and charging decisions. It includes the prosecution of cases at all levels of the criminal system from Magisterial District Judge to Appellate level disposition. Trials before a jury or a judge are expected. This position is differentiated from similar positions in its class because of the responsibility to handle more serious criminal cases and an expectation that in this position, the employee will mentor less experienced prosecutors.

Requirements

• Must have a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience prosecuting cases at all levels of the criminal system from Magisterial District Judge to Appellate level disposition.
• Experience with trials before a jury or a judge.
• Ability to handle more serious criminal cases.
• Ability to mentor less experienced prosecutors.

Responsibilities

• Performs legal research and prepares cases for trial or non-trial disposition as deemed appropriate.
• Prepares, drafts, reviews, revises and approves search warrants, arrest warrants, motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Works with law enforcement agencies during criminal investigations to guide and assist the on-going investigation.
• Prepares and presents witnesses and evidence to a county-wide Grand Jury.
• Evaluates criminal cases for appropriate disposition and provides guidance to subordinate attorneys in the office.
• Prepares and presents misdemeanor and felony cases for jury trial.
• Mentors, advises, and assists subordinate attorneys as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed