Assistant Attorney General - Major Crimes & Narcotics

New Haven County Bar Association; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Attorney General's Office in Springfield seeks an experienced Assistant Attorney General to join the Enterprise and Major Crimes Division. The role handles narcotics and firearms prosecutions with extensive collaboration with state agencies and law enforcement, from investigation through sentencing.

The successful candidate will require MA Bar eligibility within one year, a minimum of five years in state criminal practice, and the ability to manage a large caseload in Superior

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar or eligible for admission within one year.
• Minimum of five years of experience in state criminal practice, including grand jury investigations, motion practice, and trials.
• Experience with narcotics and firearm-related investigations and prosecutions preferred.
• Ability to handle a large and advanced caseload with substantial Superior Court experience.
• A valid Massachusetts driver's license and ability to travel statewide.

Responsibilities

• Lead narcotics and firearms investigations and prosecutions, from investigation through sentencing.
• Collaborate with Massachusetts State Police and other law enforcement agencies; work with intelligence analysts.
• Handle all phases of litigation in Superior Court, including motions to suppress, trials, and related claims.
• Oversee grand jury practice, witness immunization, and coordination with victim advocates.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Massachusetts Bar admission eligible within 1 year

Job description

Massachusetts Attorney General's Office in Springfield seeks an experienced Assistant Attorney General to join the Enterprise and Major Crimes Division. The role handles narcotics and firearms prosecutions with extensive collaboration with state agencies and law enforcement, from investigation through sentencing.

The successful candidate will require MA Bar eligibility within one year, a minimum of five years in state criminal practice, and the ability to manage a large caseload in Superior