Assistant District Attorney

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northwestern DA in Massachusetts seeks an Assistant District Attorney – District Court to prosecute misdemeanor and felony cases in the District Courts of Hampshire and Franklin Counties. You will collaborate with colleagues to ensure fair prosecutions and engage in community outreach initiatives.

Qualified candidates must be licensed to practice in Massachusetts with at least one year of relevant legal experience.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in Massachusetts.
• Minimum of one year of legal experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute misdemeanor and felony cases in the District Courts in Hampshire and Franklin Counties.
• Participate in prevention, education, and community outreach programs as assigned by the District Attorney.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Time management

Trial advocacy

Writing

Education

Massachusetts attorney licensed

Job description

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Job Description - Assistant District Attorney (260007TI)

Job Description

Assistant District Attorney - ( 260007TI )

Description

NORTHWESTERN DISTRICT ATTORNEY – JOB POSTING

DATE: NOVEMBER 2026

POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY – DISTRICT COURT

ABOUT THE OFFICE:

The Northwestern District Attorney’s Office (NWDAO) serves the people of Hampshire and Franklin counties and the town of Athol. I n partnership with the communities it serves, the NWDAO is dedicated to the pursuit of truth, justice, and the protection of the public through fair and effective prosecutions and progressive prevention initiatives. Although the primary responsibility of the Office is prosecuting crime, we alsohave a strong focus on progressive education and prevention efforts in the areas of domestic & sexual violence, child abuse, juvenile justice, elders and persons with disabilities, and consumer protection. We are the law office of the People and are steadfast guardians of the rights and liberties of every citizen. We advocate for making our communities safer and stronger, while protecting civil rights and promoting social and racial justice.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Prosecute misdemeanor and felony cases in the District Courts in Hampshire and Franklin Counties.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all of the legal functions related to the prosecution of cases in the District Courts including handling arraignments, bail requests, pre-trial conferences, and evidentiary and non-evidentiary motion hearings; prepare cases for bench and jury trials including preparing witness lists, responding to discovery requests, and interviewing witnesses; and trying cases in both the bench and jury sessions.
• Participate in prevention, education, and community outreach programs as assigned by the District Attorney.

Qualifications

Must be licensed to practice as an attorney in Massachusetts.

Minimum of one year of legal experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the core functions of the position.

Strong analytical, organizational, time management, writing and trial advocacy skills are essential.

This position also requires an individual who is able to work collaboratively with others and who is highly motivated to work in the public interest.

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Northampton - 1 Gleason Street

Job

Public Safety

Agency

Northwestern DA

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Number of Openings

1

Salary

76,000.00 - 82,500.00 Yearly

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