Assistant District Attorney: Spring 2026 Class

Queens District Attorney's Office; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Queens District Attorney's Office is seeking entry-level prosecutors for its Spring 2026 Class. Candidates will undergo rigorous training in criminal law and gain courtroom experience through rotations in various bureaus. A commitment to community safety and fair prosecutions is essential. Starting salary is $85,000, increasing to $90,000 upon Bar admission.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401K

Federal and state student loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar required.
• Fall 2025 Law Graduate planning to take February 2026 Bar.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute all crimes in Queens County with courtroom experience.
• Engage in investigations, line-ups, and crime scene work.

Skills

Criminal Procedure I

Criminal Procedure II

Evidence

Trial Advocacy

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Entry-Level Prosecutors

The Office of the Queens County District Attorney is accepting applications for our Spring 2026 Class, beginning March 30th, 2026. We are seeking talented law students and attorneys committed to fair and just prosecutions and community safety.

The office prosecutes all crimes in Queens County. Entry-level ADAs undergo rigorous training in criminal law, procedure, and ethics, followed by rotations in various bureaus such as Intake, Criminal Court, Domestic Violence, and Appeals, providing courtroom experience. Many responsibilities involve evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Post-rotation, ADAs may move into felony trial bureaus, engaging in investigations, line-ups, and crime scene work, under supervision. The office supports career development and advancement within its divisions. All entry-level prosecutors participate in community events.

Required Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar;
• Fall 2025 Law Graduate planning to take the February 2026 Bar; or
• Passed the NY Bar Exam with pending admission application.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant law courses: Criminal Procedure I & II, Evidence, Trial Advocacy
• Experience: Trial competitions, internships, clinics, moot court
• Top half of law school class ranking

Application Process

Apply via our Career webpage: https://queensda.org/careers/ with a resume and cover letter addressed to Courtney Finnerty.

Starting salary is $85,000, increasing to $90,000 upon Bar admission. Benefits include health insurance, 401K, and more. A three-year commitment is required. U.S. citizenship and NY residency are mandatory.

NYC is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion. Employees may qualify for federal and state student loan forgiveness programs. Details are available at nyc.gov/studentloans.