Jury of Six - Assistant District Attorney

Internal Revenue Service; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office is seeking a full-time attorney to join their District Court Prosecution team. The successful candidate will handle criminal prosecutions, courtroom duties, and collaborate with victim advocates while serving the 32 cities and towns in Berkshire County. A comprehensive benefits package is offered along with a competitive annual salary.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of criminal litigation experience.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases focusing on OUI, domestic violence, and other offenses.
• Draft opening statements and closing arguments.
• Prepare motions and handle evidentiary issues.

Skills

Criminal litigation

Bilingual

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school

Membership in the Massachusetts Bar

Job description

Job Opportunity: Full-Time Attorney at Berkshire District Attorney’s Office

The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office seeks to hire a full-time attorney to join the District Court Prosecution team. The Office serves all 32 cities and towns in Berkshire County and handles criminal prosecutions across District Courts, Juvenile Courts, and Superior Court, including appeals to the State Appeals Court and Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. The Office also provides services to victims, their families, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases in jury sessions of the District Court, focusing on OUI, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Firearm, and Narcotics cases.
• Review case files, statutes, case law, and victim input to determine case disposition.
• Draft opening statements, closing arguments, and conduct witness examinations.
• Prepare and present motions, interview witnesses, and collaborate with victim advocates.
• Review police reports and charging decisions, and handle pre-trial motions and evidentiary issues.
• Dispose of cases through plea, bench, or jury trial.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school
• Membership in the Massachusetts Bar
• 3-4 years of criminal litigation experience
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Salary ranges from $85,000 to $95,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Full-time positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and references to [e-mail].