Assistant District Attorney: Trial & Appellate Prosecution

US Diversity Job Search; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

12 days sick leave

3+ weeks vacation leave

Health Insurance Coverage (State pays

Retirement Plan – MainePERS

Parental leave

Job summary

The State of Maine, District Attorney's Office, seeks a full-time Assistant District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases in the Unified Criminal Court in Oxford County and handle appellate matters before the Law Court. Strong trial skills, ethical standards, and team collaboration are essential.

Candidates must be members in good standing of the Maine Bar. Salary and benefits are set by the wage scale, with a comprehensive public-service benefits package.”

Qualifications

• Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing and have strong legal advocacy and writing skills.
• Experience in criminal prosecution and appellate work is preferred.
• High ethical standards, sound judgment, and excellent time management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases in the Unified Criminal Court in Oxford County.
• Handle appellate cases before the Maine Law Court.
• Collaborate with the District Attorney's Office and other agencies to litigate effectively.

Skills

Trial experience

Litigation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

The State of Maine, District Attorney's Office, seeks a full-time Assistant District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases in the Unified Criminal Court in Oxford County and handle appellate matters before the Law Court. Strong trial skills, ethical standards, and team collaboration are essential.

Candidates must be members in good standing of the Maine Bar. Salary and benefits are set by the wage scale, with a comprehensive public-service benefits package.”