Assistant District Attorney

Dutchess County District Attorney's Office; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dutchess County District Attorney's Office seeks an entry-level attorney to work under the supervision of the District Attorney, handling assigned misdemeanor cases and assisting senior prosecutors on felonies.

Responsibilities include courtroom appearances, legal research, pretrial preparation, and managing discovery under CPL Article 245 requirements. Travel and after-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in New York State.
• Valid New York State Driver License at time of appointment and to maintain position.

Responsibilities

• Handle assigned misdemeanor cases and assist senior prosecutors on felony matters.
• Appear in court for prosecutorial proceedings and hearings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare for pretrial proceedings.
• Manage discovery in accordance with CPL Article 245 requirements.
• Address legal issues presented by the public or arise in assigned cases.

Skills

Legal research

Discovery management

Trial preparation

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

This is an entry level prosecutorial position that works under the direction of the District Attorney. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for handling assigned misdemeanor cases, assisting senior prosecutors on felony matters, and addressing all legal issues therein. This position is responsible for handling any legal issues pertinent in the District Attorney's Office as presented by questions from the public or which arise in assigned cases. The role includes courtroom appearances, legal research, pretrial preparation, and managing discovery under Criminal Procedure Law (CPL) Article 245 requirements. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level, more experienced attorney. Travel in the course of a workday may be required and assignments outside of normal working hours may be given.

Applicants must hold a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and be admitted to practice law in New York State. Candidate must possess a valid New York State Driver License at the time of appointment and to maintain position.