Assistant District Attorney – Trial & Appellate Advocate

Attorney General; Alfred (ME); On-site; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Office of the Attorney General seeks a full-time Assistant District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 1, York County. This role handles adult criminal cases and civil violations, including appellate work before the Law Court, with travel required and Maine Bar admission mandatory.

Strong writing, advocacy skills, and ethical, timely case management are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing of the Maine Bar.
• Excellent legal advocacy and writing skills.
• Strong attention to legal detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible for adult criminal cases and civil violations in York County's Unified Criminal Court and appellate cases before the Law Court.
• Travel is required; reliable transportation is necessary.
• Also responsible for criminal prosecutions in the Unified Criminal Court and appellate work before the Law Court.
• Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation.
• Trial experience and developed trial skills a plus.
• High ethical standards, sound judgment, and strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Skills

Trial experience

Strong communication

Teamwork

Legal writing

Education

Maine Bar admission

Job description

Maine Office of the Attorney General seeks a full-time Assistant District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 1, York County. This role handles adult criminal cases and civil violations, including appellate work before the Law Court, with travel required and Maine Bar admission mandatory.

Strong writing, advocacy skills, and ethical, timely case management are essential for success in this position.