Assistant District Attorney

Judicial Branch; Indiana; On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Judicial Branch seeks an entry-level Assistant District Attorney (NS) to prosecute criminal cases in Randolph County. The role requires Juris Doctor and active NC license, with responsibilities including screening cases, legal research, and trial preparation.

The position offers the opportunity to work on varied district and superior court matters. The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 42, emphasizes ethical conduct and professional standards, with support

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina required.
• Strong legal research, writing, and courtroom preparation skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Screen incoming cases and identify strengths and weaknesses.
• Research and identify precedence in case law.
• Prepare cases for trial and file appropriate motions.
• Organize workload, meet deadlines, and coordinate with victims of crime.
• Manage caseload including district and superior court cases.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Oral advocacy

Written communications

Time management

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Active law license (NC)

Tools

Electronic legal research databases

Case law databases

Job description

Agency District Attorney Division DISTRICT ATTORNEY 37 Job Classification Title Assistant District Attorney (NS) Position Number 60007982 Grade 30013281

About Us DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.

Description of Work

Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00

The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 42, is seeking a qualified attorney to prosecute criminal cases in Randolph County. This is an entry level position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Screen incoming cases using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts.
• Research and identify precedence in case law.
• Utilize and evaluate electronic legal research and other research tools; prepare cases for trial.
• Write and file any appropriate motions.
• Organize work; set priorities; meet critical deadlines; follow up on assignments; and meet with victims of crime.
• Caseload may include district and superior court cases.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Knowledge of: federal, state, common, and constitutional law; judicial procedures and rules of evidence; case, statutory, and common law; NC General Statutes to prosecute criminal cases; judicial and quasi-judicial procedures; legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools; the principles and protocols for the evidentiary gathering of information, documents, financial records, and other data that may be used in trial court processes, protocols, and strategies; the operations of the NC court system; and ethical and professional standards of conduct.

Skill in: interpreting and applying complex criminal laws to information, evidence, and other data; listening techniques used in interviewing witnesses; using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts; researching and identifying precedence in case law; utilizing and evaluating electronic legal research and online systems; negotiating plea agreements; organizing work; setting priorities; meeting critical deadlines; and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.

Ability to

Analyze facts, laws, rules, regulations, interpretations, and related written documents and apply applicable law to those facts; conduct legal research; plan, develop, and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results; prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations; deliver opening statements, closing arguments, and evidentiary objections; express complex legal concepts and related facts in a clear and concise manner; argue clearly, logically, and persuasively; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process; recognize and solve problems; produce legal interpretations in a quick and responsive manner for court officials; write reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents; deal tactfully with sensitive situations; communicate both orally and in writing; and work independently.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and an active license to practice law in North Carolina. Attach cover letter and résumé.

EEO Statement

All NC Judicial Branch agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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