Assistant Commonwealth Attorney: Prosecution & Trials

COUNTY OF CULPEPER; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plan

Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays and Leave

Job summary

County of Culpeper seeks a dedicated attorney to prosecute misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in Juvenile and Domestic Relations, General District and Circuit Courts. The role involves legal research, case preparation, witness coordination, and courtroom presentation.

Requires a Juris Doctorate and licensure to practice in Virginia. The attorney will work within the Office of the Commonwealth Attorney and engage with judges, law enforcement, and victims to uphold state and local laws.

Qualifications

• Education and experience equivalent to a Juris Doctorate degree.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in county courts.
• Screen cases for prosecution and determine charges.
• Perform legal research and locate witnesses.
• Prepare case documents and briefs for trial and appellate courts.
• Present cases in court and negotiate with defense attorneys.

Skills

Legal research

Court proceedings

Communication

Case management

Prosecutorial strategy

Education

Juris Doctorate

Virginia Bar License

Tools

None

Job description

County of Culpeper seeks a dedicated attorney to prosecute misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in Juvenile and Domestic Relations, General District and Circuit Courts. The role involves legal research, case preparation, witness coordination, and courtroom presentation.

Requires a Juris Doctorate and licensure to practice in Virginia. The attorney will work within the Office of the Commonwealth Attorney and engage with judges, law enforcement, and victims to uphold state and local laws.