Deputy County Attorney

Carroll County, NH; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Carroll County, NH is seeking a criminal prosecutor for the Superior Court under the supervision of the Carroll County Attorney. The role requires researching case law, drafting indictments, and presenting cases to the Grand Jury.

Responsibilities include bench and jury trials, hearings, and collaboration with victim/witness coordinators, police, and court staff. A JD from an accredited law school and NH Bar standing are required, with 3–5 years of criminal trial experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be in good standing with the New Hampshire Bar Association.
• Three to five years’ experience as a criminal trial attorney.
• In-depth knowledge of the NH criminal justice system and rules of evidence.

Responsibilities

• Research pertinent case law, draft indictments, complaints and pleadings.
• Present investigations and cases to the Grand Jury.
• Conduct bench trials and jury trials and all required hearings for assigned caseload.
• Collaborate with victim/witness coordinators to inform, prepare and support victims and witnesses.
• Coordinate with police, the public, and court staff.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

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Under the direct supervision of the Carroll County Attorney, the Deputy County Attorney seeks justice with professionalism, excellence, and pride, consistent with the New Hampshire Rules of Professional Conduct, American Bar Association, and National District Attorney’s Association guidelines, as a criminal prosecutor with a concentration in Superior Court.

The individual in this position researches pertinent case law, drafts indictments, complaints & pleadings and further presents investigations and cases to the Grand Jury, conducts Bench trials, Jury trials, and all required hearings related to their assigned caseload. They maintain a collaborative working relationship with victim/witness coordinators to ensure that all victims and witnesses are properly informed, prepared, and supported through the prosecution process. Further, they collaborate with police, members of the public, and court staff.

This role requires the candidate to hold a juris doctor from an accredited law school, must be in good standing with the New Hampshire Bar Association, three to five years’ experience as a criminal trial attorney and possess in depth knowledge of the principles and rules of law & evidence within the New Hampshire criminal justice system.

Completed Carroll County Employment Application