Dynamic Assistant District Attorney - Criminal Prosecution

NACBA; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 159,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

San Francisco District Attorney's Office in San Francisco seeks an Assistant District Attorney to handle a range of criminal cases, from misdemeanors to major felonies. The role requires rigorous legal work, courtroom advocacy, and collaboration with law enforcement and community partners.

Candidates must be admitted to the California Bar and able to manage complex dockets. This permanent exempt position offers opportunities for growth, challenging assignments, and a stake in public safety.

Qualifications

• Requires membership in the CA State Bar and license to practice in all state courts.
• Ability to research laws and handle civil and criminal matters efficiently.
• Strong written and oral communication for court presentations.

Responsibilities

• Tries jury and bench criminal cases in SF Superior Court.
• Represents People in court appearances and files legal petitions and motions.
• Interviews witnesses and conducts investigations; prepares briefs.
• Maintains court calendars and manages filing and warrants records.

Skills

State & Federal Codes

Legal research

Courtroom proceedings

Jury trials

Education

California Bar Admission

Job description

San Francisco District Attorney's Office in San Francisco seeks an Assistant District Attorney to handle a range of criminal cases, from misdemeanors to major felonies. The role requires rigorous legal work, courtroom advocacy, and collaboration with law enforcement and community partners.

Candidates must be admitted to the California Bar and able to manage complex dockets. This permanent exempt position offers opportunities for growth, challenging assignments, and a stake in public safety.