ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL | Enterprise & Major Crimes Division (Springfield)

Massachusetts Department of Public Health; 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

Assistant Attorney General | Enterprise & Major Crimes Division (Springfield)

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is looking for a highly motivated Assistant Attorney General to join the Enterprise and Major Crimes Division within the Criminal Bureau in the Western Massachusetts Regional Office (WMAS) in Springfield, MA. WMAS staff handle legal matters from various areas of the Attorney General’s Office (AGO), including the Criminal, Energy & Environmental, Government, Health Care & Fair Competition, and Public Protection & Advocacy Bureaus. The WMAS Office also provides on-site assistance to residents with civil rights, consumer, and labor issues, and serves as a regional hub for the implementation of AGO-wide priorities that involve community outreach, education, and policy initiatives.

The Assistant Attorney General position involves the investigation and prosecution of complex criminal cases within the jurisdiction of Western Massachusetts. The qualified attorney will have extensive prosecutorial experience to handle narcotics and firearms investigations and cases within the Enterprise & Major Crimes Division of the Criminal Bureau. The Criminal Bureau is staffed by a group of experienced prosecutors who partner with intelligence analysts, financial investigators, Massachusetts State Police troopers assigned to the Attorney General’s Office, and local, state, and federal investigative and enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute large-scale narcotics trafficking organizations and firearms investigations throughout the Commonwealth.

Primary Duties

• Leading investigations conducted with the assistance of Massachusetts State Police Troopers assigned to the Attorney General’s Office, as well as investigators from other local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, such as the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration;
• Reviewing all search warrants sought in connection with these investigations, which include, but are not limited to, GPS tracking, "ping" and cell-site simulator, cell-site location information (CSLI), and wiretap warrants;
• Extensive grand jury practice, including, but not limited to, immunization of witnesses, working with civilian witnesses/victims, and working with victim witness advocates;
• Handling all phases of litigation for cases stemming from these investigations in Superior Court, including motions to suppress, trials, and related civil forfeiture claims.

Position Type

Full-Time/ Exempt. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. On in-office days, employees are required to report to one of our designated office locations, either in Boston or at a regional office.

Salary

$90,125 to 134,513, commensurate with JD year.

Qualifications

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at [phone].

Position Requirements

• Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar or be eligible for admission and obtain Massachusetts Bar admission within one year of the 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 and with substantial Superior Court experience.
• A background in handling narcotics and firearm related investigations and prosecution is preferred, with extensive experience and knowledge in reviewing search warrants and wiretap warrants.
• A demonstrated history of successful partnerships with law enforcement agencies.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and ethical, with the ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
• A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required, and ability to travel anywhere in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to support investigations and litigation.

Applicants must be Massachusetts Bar eligible at the time of application and must apply for admission before their start date. Candidates who are not yet admitted may be hired as 'Counsel' and must pass the Massachusetts Bar within one year of their start date.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.

The application deadline is October 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM (ET).