Entry-Level District Court Assistant State's Attorney

HCG Harford County, Maryland; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

HCG Harford County, Maryland, seeks an Assistant State's Attorney for the District Court Division in Harford County. This full-time role focuses on investigation, case preparation, and prosecution of criminal matters under the supervision of the State's Attorney.

Salary of $77,826 annually plus benefits. Entry-level, with responsibilities spanning screening cases, trial preparation, and handling hearings; requires Maryland Bar admission and graduation from an accredited law school.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Maryland Bar as of the date of application.
• Authorized to practice before the Court of Appeals of Maryland.
• Entry level position in the District Court of Maryland for Harford County.

Responsibilities

• Screen and prepare cases for trial and litigate them, primarily in the District Court of Maryland for Harford County.
• Contact, interview, and prepare victims and witnesses for all court appearances.
• Handle pre-trial motions hearings, bail review hearings, and post-verdict hearings; draft all pleadings related to prosecution of cases.

Skills

Litigation

Case preparation

Victim/Witness interview

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Maryland Bar admission

Job description

HCG Harford County, Maryland, seeks an Assistant State's Attorney for the District Court Division in Harford County. This full-time role focuses on investigation, case preparation, and prosecution of criminal matters under the supervision of the State's Attorney.

Salary of $77,826 annually plus benefits. Entry-level, with responsibilities spanning screening cases, trial preparation, and handling hearings; requires Maryland Bar admission and graduation from an accredited law school.