Assistant Criminal District Attorney

TDCAA; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful courtroom experience

Mentorship from experienced attorneys

Collaborative office culture

Broad exposure to criminal cases

Immediate community impact

Job summary

The Cass County Criminal District Attorney’s Office is seeking an Assistant Criminal District Attorney to review and prosecute a broad range of cases, from misdemeanors to felonies, in a fast‑paced environment in Texas. You will determine charges, present to the Grand Jury, and manage cases through trial or disposition.

New attorneys are encouraged to apply. The Office offers mentorship, collaborative teamwork, and exposure to CPS, Drug Court, and other specialty dockets, with competitive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Review and screen criminal cases, misdemeanors and felonies.
• Determine appropriate charges.
• Prepare felony indictments and present cases to the Grand Jury.
• Handle all aspects of prosecution through trial or disposition.
• Conduct motion hearings and plea negotiations.
• Assist with specialty dockets as needed (CPS, Drug Court, JP Court).

Skills

Prosecutorial experience

Courtroom litigation

Legal research

Grand Jury presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Criminal District Attorney

Job Announcement Number: DA 26-0001

Department: District Attorney

Salary: $90,000 – $105,000 (negotiable based on experience)

Position Type: Full Time

Why Join Our Office?

BE A PROSECUTOR. BE IN THE COURTROOM. MAKE A DIFFERENCE. Unlike larger jurisdictions where prosecutors may spend years assigned to a single docket, attorneys in the Cass County Criminal District Attorney’s Office gain hands‑on experience handling a wide variety of felony and misdemeanor cases from the beginning of their careers. Our prosecutors are in the courtroom, trying cases, presenting to the grand jury, working directly with law enforcement and victims, and gaining experience in juvenile, CPS, mental health, Drug Court, and other specialty dockets. We are a collaborative, team‑oriented office committed to mentoring attorneys and helping them become confident, well‑rounded trial prosecutors.

We offer

• Meaningful courtroom and jury trial experience
• Hands‑on mentorship from experienced prosecutors
• A collaborative, team‑oriented office
• Broad exposure to a wide variety of criminal cases
• The opportunity to make an immediate impact in your community

Position Specifications

Responsibilities

• Review and screen criminal cases, both misdemeanors and felonies
• Determine appropriate charges
• Prepare felony indictments and present cases to the Grand Jury
• Handle all aspects of prosecution through trial or disposition
• Conduct motion hearings and plea negotiations
• Assist with specialty dockets as needed (CPS, Drug Court, JP Court)

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Currently licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas (Recent law school graduates awaiting Texas bar results may apply – continued employment will be conditioned on passing the bar)
• Prosecutorial experience preferred, but not required.

New attorneys are encouraged to apply.

Benefits provided by the county include

• Paid sick leave and PTO
• Health insurance paid by county for the employee
• Work cell phone
• Travel reimbursement
• Competitive retirement package with employer matching
• State Bar dues paid by employer
• CLE and all trainings paid for by employer

This position provides the opportunity to gain substantial courtroom and jury trial experience while enjoying the quality of life that comes with practicing in East Texas, all within a supportive office environment that values teamwork, integrity, and professional development.

THE CASS COUNTY CRIMINAL DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.