Assistant District Attorney

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a qualified attorney to join their team in prosecuting criminal cases. This role involves screening cases, conducting legal research, and preparing for trial, ensuring justice is served effectively. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor degree and an active license to practice law in North Carolina. You will leverage your knowledge of federal and state law to navigate complex legal processes and advocate for victims. If you're passionate about law and eager to make a difference in the community, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and active license to practice law in NC required.
• Strong knowledge of criminal law and judicial procedures essential.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases and prepare for trial.
• Research case law and evaluate evidence for court processes.

Skills

Knowledge of federal, state, common, and constitutional law

Skill in interpreting complex criminal laws

Ability to analyze facts and apply law

Legal research methods and techniques

Negotiating plea agreements

Organizing work and setting priorities

Communicating clearly and persuasively

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school

Tools

Electronic legal research tools

Job description

Description of Work

SALARY GRADE: Flat Rated

The Office of the District Attorney, Prosecutorial District 7, seeks a qualified attorney to prosecute criminal cases. Duties include but are not limited to the following: 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.

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