Impact-Driven Assistant District Attorney

NC; Henderson, Northern (NC, KY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the District Attorney - Prosecutorial District 42 in Henderson County, NC seeks an Assistant District Attorney (NS) to prosecute criminal cases, conduct trials, and prepare legal motions. Applicants must have a Juris Doctor and an active North Carolina license.

The position offers a salary range of $56,000 to $104,338 annually; applications must be submitted online by the stated end date. Candidates should demonstrate strong research and writing skills, as well as courtroom experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina.
• Experience prosecuting criminal cases is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases in Henderson County.
• Prepare cases for trial and conduct witness examinations.
• Deliver opening statements, file motions, and handle evidentiary objections.

Skills

Legal research

Trial preparation

Plea negotiations

Evidence rules

Case analysis

Oral advocacy

Witness examination

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Office of the District Attorney - Prosecutorial District 42 in Henderson County, NC seeks an Assistant District Attorney (NS) to prosecute criminal cases, conduct trials, and prepare legal motions. Applicants must have a Juris Doctor and an active North Carolina license.

The position offers a salary range of $56,000 to $104,338 annually; applications must be submitted online by the stated end date. Candidates should demonstrate strong research and writing skills, as well as courtroom experience.