Aspiring Prosecutor: Entry-Level District Attorney

State of North Carolina; Asheboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina is seeking an Assistant District Attorney (NS) in Randolph County to prosecute criminal cases in District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 42. This entry-level attorney position offers exposure to all stages of criminal litigation and courtroom proceedings.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited school, is admitted to practice in North Carolina, and is ready to begin a prosecutorial career with the Office of the District Attorney.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Screen incoming cases using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of case facts.
• Research and identify precedence in case law.
• Prepare cases for trial using electronic research tools.
• Write and file any appropriate motions; meet deadlines and coordinate with victims of crime.
• Manage caseload including district and superior court cases.

Skills

Legal research

Case analysis

Plea negotiations

Courtroom examination

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Job description

State of North Carolina is seeking an Assistant District Attorney (NS) in Randolph County to prosecute criminal cases in District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 42. This entry-level attorney position offers exposure to all stages of criminal litigation and courtroom proceedings.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited school, is admitted to practice in North Carolina, and is ready to begin a prosecutorial career with the Office of the District Attorney.