AAG: Major Crimes & Enterprise Prosecution Lead

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Attorney General's Office is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to join the Enterprise & Major Crimes Division in Western Massachusetts, Springfield. The role involves investigating and prosecuting complex criminal cases, including narcotics and firearms investigations, with a team of prosecutors and law enforcement partners.

The successful candidate will handle all phases of litigation in Superior Court, conduct grand jury proceedings, and review warrants.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar or be eligible and obtain within one year of start date.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in state criminal practice, including grand jury investigations, motion practice, and trials.
• Ability to handle a large and advanced caseload with substantial Superior Court experience.
• Background in narcotics and firearm investigations/prosecution preferred, with experience reviewing search warrants and wiretap warrants.
• Demonstrated history of partnerships with law enforcement agencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and in a team.
• Driver's license and ability to travel across the Commonwealth.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations with state and local/federal partners, including MSP and DEA.
• Review warrants and navigates complex investigative tools (GPS, CSLI, wiretaps).
• Conduct extensive grand jury practice and prepare witnesses and victims.
• Manage all phases of litigation in Superior Court, including motions to suppress and civil forfeiture claims.

Skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Massachusetts Attorney General's Office is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to join the Enterprise & Major Crimes Division in Western Massachusetts, Springfield. The role involves investigating and prosecuting complex criminal cases, including narcotics and firearms investigations, with a team of prosecutors and law enforcement partners.

The successful candidate will handle all phases of litigation in Superior Court, conduct grand jury proceedings, and review warrants.