Assistant Attorney I

Stafford County; Virginia; On-site; USD 93,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafford County is seeking proficient Assistant Attorneys to perform vital legal work as prosecutors for the County and State. This role allows candidates from recent law graduates to seasoned attorneys, with duties involving case preparation and trials in various courts. The position offers competitive salary ranges and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a law school of recognized standing.
• 1 year of experience for Assistant Attorney I, 3 years for II, in criminal law.
• Eligibility to practice law in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct prosecutions in General District and Circuit Courts.
• Prepare and present legal cases for trial.
• Conduct interviews with witnesses and prepare legal research.

Skills

Legal research

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduation from law school

Job description

Performs difficult professional legal work as a prosecutor for the County and for the State; does related work as required. This position will comprise a wide range of experience. We will consider candidates from newly graduated law students to experienced practitioners. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Commonwealth's Attorney. Supervision may be exercised over office staff.

There are two levels to this position.
Assistant Attorney I:
The hiring range for this position is from $93,184.00 to $128,128.00 based on experience.
The full salary range for this position is from $93,184.00 to $163,072.00 to provide opportunity for growth and development.

Assistant Attorney II:
The hiring range for this position is from $99,715.20 to $137,113.60 based on experience.
The full salary range for this position is from $99,715.20 to $174,512.00 to provide opportunity for growth and development.

• Serves as prosecutor, preparing cases for prosecution; trying cases in the General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and Circuit Court.
• Prepares and presents cases in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, General District Court, and Circuit Court;
• Tries criminal offenses brought under County and State Statutes;
• Interviews police officers, victims, witnesses and other individuals in preparing cases;
• Prepares legal research and writing for issues anticipated in criminal trials;
• Provides assistance to citizens and law enforcement officers;
• Performs related tasks as required.

• Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of law and of the State laws and court decisions applicable to criminal prosecution;
• Thorough knowledge of legal research and investigation, preparation and presentation of cases for trial;
• Thorough knowledge of legal office procedures, practices and methods;
• Ability to plan and direct the work of others;
• Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County and State officials, court officials, members of the Bar, and the general public;

Ability to handle difficult trial and appellate litigation.

Assistant Attorney I

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a law school of recognized standing and 1 year of experience as a practicing attorney, some of which shall have been in the practice of criminal law.

Assistant Attorney II
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from a law school of recognized standing and 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney, some of which shall have been in the practice of criminal law.

Special Requirements

Eligibility to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and possession of any other qualifications prescribed by State Statute.