Entry-Level State's Attorney – District Court Prosecution

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

Job summary

The Office of the State's Attorney, District Court Division in Harford County, Maryland, seeks an entry-level Assistant State's Attorney for full-time service. The role involves screening, preparing, and prosecuting criminal cases in the District Court, primarily misdemeanors, with responsibilities including victim and witness preparation and trial readiness.

Minimum qualifications: a law degree from an accredited law school, admission to the Maryland Bar as of application, and authorization to

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the Maryland Bar as of the date of application.
• Authorized to practice law before the Court of Appeals of Maryland.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Litigation

Case prep

Witness interviewing

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

The Office of the State's Attorney, District Court Division in Harford County, Maryland, seeks an entry-level Assistant State's Attorney for full-time service. The role involves screening, preparing, and prosecuting criminal cases in the District Court, primarily misdemeanors, with responsibilities including victim and witness preparation and trial readiness.

Minimum qualifications: a law degree from an accredited law school, admission to the Maryland Bar as of application, and authorization to