Assistant District Attorney- Juvenile Court- New Posting October 1, 2026

Plymouth; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office is seeking an Assistant District Attorney – Juvenile Court to represent the Commonwealth in juvenile matters. The role requires sound advocacy, strong ethics, and collaboration with law enforcement, victims, and families.

This on‑site position offers exposure to a broad set of juvenile court proceedings and policy compliance. The ADA will handle arraignments, pre‑trial hearings, trials, and related duties, while maintaining professionalism and accuracy

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to foster a positive, collaborative working environment.
• Ability to prioritize time sensitive matters and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Self-starter with discretion, teamwork, and willingness to learn and adapt.
• Juris Doctorate and license to practice in MA.
• Familiarity with juvenile law strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Commonwealth at all stages of criminal prosecution in Juvenile Court as lead counsel.
• Handle arraignments and related motions, including bail requests and conditions of release.
• Conduct pre-trial hearings and litigate discovery and suppression motions.
• Lead trials, bench or jury, including transfers from other locations.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, court personnel, victims, and the community to balance safety and well‑being.
• Attend meetings with community and law enforcement partners.
• Review charging decisions and provide recommendations as needed.
• Attend forensic interviews of minor victims/witnesses and update leadership.
• Review evidentiary reports and prepare discovery for defense counsel.
• Stay current with laws; prepare memoranda when appropriate.
• Interact with victims, juveniles, families and witnesses professionally.
• Manage crises in a high‑pressure environment with calm demeanor.
• Participate in trainings, travel to other locations, and perform general duties as assigned.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Communication

Time-management

Discretion and teamwork

Legal licensure MA

Education

Juris Doctorate licensed in MA

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Assistant District Attorney – Juvenile Court STATUS: Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Assistant District Attorney – Juvenile Court (Juvenile ADA) is an Assistant District Attorney under the general supervision of the Lead Assistant District Attorney for the relevant District Court. The Juvenile ADA represents the Commonwealth in accordance with the District Attorney’s statutory authority in the various juvenile courts in Plymouth County, the Supreme Judicial Court, the Supreme Judicial Court for Suffolk County, the Appeals Court, and courts in other counties.

The Juvenile ADA is an employee of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney. The Juvenile ADA’s position is covered under the provisions of G.L. c. 268B.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to foster a positive, collaborative working environment
• Ability to prioritize time sensitive matters and ensure all deadlines are met
• Self-starter with the following attributes: sharp attention to detail, ability to exercise discretion with confidential information, ability to contribute and work as part of a team, positive attitude, and willingness to learn new processes and adapt to new guidelines as needed
• Juris Doctorate and license to practice in MA
• Familiarity with the practice of juvenile law strongly preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represent the Commonwealth at all stages of criminal prosecution in Juvenile Court. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Handling arraignments and corresponding motions such as bail requests, conditions of release, dangerousness hearings, and bail revocation hearings as appropriate.
  • Conducting pre-trial hearings, conferences and litigating evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions such as motions for discovery and motions to suppress.
  • Handling trials (bench and jury) as lead counsel, including trials transferred from other locations for jury trial.
• Work closely with colleagues, victim witness advocates, law enforcement, court personnel, the defense bar, criminal justice agencies, community partners, and the public to ensure successful, holistic approach to prosecution that balances the safety and well-being of the victims, juveniles, and communities we serve.
• Attend meetings with our community and law enforcement partners.
• Review charging decisions made by law enforcement agencies to make appropriate recommendations and changes as needed.
• Attend forensic interviews of minor victims and/or witnesses, meet with victim families, direct investigatory efforts, and provide updates to the Chief of Family Protection, District Court Lead, and other supervising ADAs as needed or requested.
• Review evidentiary reports, identify, and interview victims and witnesses, prepare discovery, and provide discovery to defense counsel.
• Review case files, applicable statutes and case law, victim information and input, and determine an appropriate recommendation for case resolution. Conference the same with defense counsel.
• Keep abreast of court decisions and legislation affecting Massachusetts law and prepare written memoranda where appropriate.
• Understand applicable rules, laws, and guidelines, including the Rules of Criminal Procedure, the Massachusetts Guide to Evidence, and the mandates of the Victims’ Bill of Rights.
• Interact with victims, juveniles, families, and witnesses with kindness and professionalism.
• Ability to manage crises and excel in high-stress, dynamic, and fast-paced environment while exhibiting a calm, professional demeanor.

In addition to these above responsibilities the Juvenile ADA is required:

• Occasionally appear in the adult sessions of their courthouse as needed and at the discretion of their District Court Lead.
• Occasionally travel to other district court locations to handle juvenile and/or adult matters as needed and at the discretion of the District Court Leads and/or Chief of District Courts.
• To be familiar with and to follow the provisions of the Plymouth District Attorney’s Office Personnel Policies
• To participate in trainings relevant to Office functions
• Collaborate with peers to maximize productivity and produce the highest outcomes
• To communicate with or provide timely notification to Office staff, police, and other interested parties, as permitted and/or required by law
• To interact in a respectful and professional manner with the public, judicial and law enforcement personnel, and Office staff
• To complete work assignments in a timely manner
• To complete general administrative duties to include, filing, faxing, photocopying, etc.
• Perform any other duties at any jobsite as may from time to time be assigned to her/him by the District Attorney, or the Second Assistant District Attorney or other designee of the District Attorney.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Lift boxes up to 20 lbs.

TRAVEL:

Occasional local travel to various sites, including courthouses and offsite agencies.

EEO STATEMENT:

The PCDAO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Internal and external applicants, as well as position incumbents, must be able to perform the essential core tasks either with or without the assistance of a reasonable accommodation (to be determined by the District Attorney’s Office on a case-by-case basis). If you believe you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please contact HR at [phone].

[1] The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied Contract of Employment.