Assistant District Attorney - Team Lead

Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia; Morrow (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive county benefits package

Competitive salary

Mentorship program

Job summary

The Douglas Judicial Circuit is seeking an Assistant District Attorney Team Lead, based in Douglasville, GA, to grow their career and impact the community. The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and handling serious cases within the Atlanta metropolitan area.

As Team Lead, you will review felony files, direct investigations, evaluate charges, negotiate plea recommendations, and conduct jury trials while supporting colleagues and collaborating with investigators and victim witness advocates.

Qualifications

• Approximately 3-5 years of prosecution experience.
• Strong courtroom advocacy and trial experience.
• Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews felony case files and directs investigations as needed, evaluating evidence for charges.
• Negotiate plea agreements and handle all phases of prosecution including jury trials.
• Maintain an active caseload and ensure timely progression through court system.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Assistant District Attorneys within the team and collaborate with investigators and victim witness advocates.

Skills

Trial experience

Leadership

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Job description

The Douglas Judicial Circuit is seeking highly motivated, vision-driven attorneys looking to grow their careers and impact their communities as Assistant District Attorneys. The office is in Douglasville, GA, just minutes west of downtown Atlanta, with easy access to dining, shops, and I-20. The office uniquely offers leadership focused on investing in the next generation of prosecutors, while handling some of the most serious and complex cases in the Atlanta metro area.

We are committed to investing in the next generation of prosecutors by fostering a collaborative environment where mentorship, professional development, and trial experience are valued. Our attorneys work together to pursue justice with excellence while managing a diverse and demanding caseload in the Atlanta metropolitan area.

About the Role:

As a Team Lead, you can expect to review felony case files from law enforcement, direct and lead further investigation, evaluate, and charge cases, negotiate the plea recommendations, and conduct jury trials. In addition, this candidate will carry a trial line case load and assist other team members by advising on their case load. They would regularly collaborate with the investigators and victim witness advocates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reviews case files submitted by law enforcement, directs and oversees additional investigations as needed, and evaluates evidence to determine appropriate charges.
• Negotiates plea agreements and resolves cases when appropriate while handling all phases of prosecution, including jury trials.
• Maintains an active caseload and ensures timely progression of cases through the court system.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to Assistant District Attorneys within the team and collaborates closely with investigators, victim witness advocates, and law enforcement agencies throughout the prosecution process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Approximately 3-5 years of prosecution experience.
• Strong courtroom advocacy and trial experience.
• Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or in good standing with another state’s bar association and eligible for admission through reciprocity.
• Eligible or admitted to practice before the Georgia Supreme Court and the Georgia Court of Appeals.
• Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including fingerprinting, criminal history background check, motor vehicle history review, and drug screening.

Why Join Our Team?

• Meaningful courtroom experience managing a diverse caseload.
• Leadership committed to mentoring and developing prosecutors.
• A collaborative culture dedicated to professional growth and excellence.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive county benefits package.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the Douglas County community through public service.

The Douglas Judicial Circuit is an equal employment opportunity employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Salary Range:

Commensurate upon experience