Assistant District Attorney (Fall Class 2025)

Nassau County District Attorney; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as Assistant District Attorneys in Fall 2025. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful work within the criminal justice system, where you'll manage active criminal cases, advocate for justice, and support crime victims. With a commitment to professional development and mentorship, this position promises a rewarding career path in a collaborative environment. Join a team dedicated to maintaining community safety and vibrancy while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

13 paid holidays annually

Generous paid vacation

Medical, dental, and vision plans

New York State Employees Retirement Plan

Flexible pre-tax benefits

Childcare leave

County Credit Union

Qualifications

• Strong academic credentials and commitment to public service.
• Excellent verbal, writing, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing an active criminal case docket and preparing pleadings.
• Conducting witness preparation and making court appearances.
• Collaborating with law enforcement agencies.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Writing Skills

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Future Prosecutors: Fall Class 2025

Nassau County was named the “Safest Community in America” by U.S. News & World Report for several consecutive years. This distinction is not a coincidence – it is the direct result of the superb work of the talented, well-trained prosecutors at the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office.

With nearly 220 lawyers and a total staff of nearly 450, the Nassau DA’s Office is one of the largest DA’s Offices in the country. Because of our proximity to New York City, we enjoy a unique blend of suburban idyll (miles of oceanfront beaches, hundreds of parks and award-winning schools) and easy access to NYC’s vibrant cultural, nightlife and restaurant scenes.

Members of our legal staff are provided with training, mentorship, and ongoing opportunities for professional development. In our collegial and collaborative environment, new Assistant District Attorneys will find a professional home within the world of criminal justice and enjoy a rewarding and exciting position. Each fall, we welcome a diverse class of new Assistant District Attorneys, recruited and selected from a competitive pool of applicants nationwide. These prosecutors bring passion for courtroom advocacy, a commitment to justice, and the ability to support crime victims.

Our Assistants choose to work in Nassau County because of its safety and vibrancy, and their dedication to preserving that environment for all residents.

Are you ready to join our pursuit of justice and serve our community as an Assistant District Attorney in Fall 2025?

Qualifications and Requirements

• Strong academic credentials
• A demonstrated commitment to public service and criminal law (e.g., Moot Court/Mock Trial, trial advocacy, and/or clinical programs)
• Excellent verbal, writing, and critical thinking skills
• Leadership abilities (e.g., confidence, integrity, ethics, motivation to achieve, time management skills)
• Maturity (e.g., empathy, good judgment, strong work ethic)
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Prior to the effective date of employment with the NCDAO, candidates must have:
• Passed the NYS Bar Examination and be awaiting admission, or be admitted in good standing, or be a recent law school graduate sitting for the first available UBE after graduation
• Reside in New York State
• Be a U.S. citizen (Public Officers Law §3(1))

Each seat in the Fall class is highly competitive. All applications are thoroughly reviewed, and successful candidates will undergo three rounds of interviews:

1. Initial interview with a senior-level Assistant District Attorney from the Hiring Committee.
2. Panel interview with two or more supervisory Assistant District Attorneys.
3. District Attorney interview with D.A. Donnelly and the Chief Assistant District Attorney.

Duties and Responsibilities

Day-to-day life for an entry-level ADA includes managing an active criminal case docket, which involves:

• Preparing and filing pleadings, handling discovery, briefing, and arguing motions
• Conducting witness preparation, grand jury presentations, hearings, and trials
• Evaluating cases to formulate and negotiate dispositions
• Conferencing cases with defense counsel and judges
• Making court appearances related to all phases of litigation
• Investigating cases using legal processes such as subpoenas, court orders, search warrants, and electronic surveillance
• Collaborating with NCPD, Nassau County’s police departments, and other law enforcement agencies

Job Benefits

As an ADA, you will receive the following benefits (waiting periods may apply):

• 13 paid holidays annually
• Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick days
• Contributory medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your dependents
• New York State Employees Retirement Plan
• Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible pre-tax benefits for medical and child-care expenses
• Childcare leave
• County Credit Union

Starting annual salary for non-admitted attorneys is $80,000. After bar admission, the salary increases to $85,000.