Superior Court - Assistant District Attorney

Massachusetts Department of Public Health; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office seeks a full-time Assistant District Attorney to join the Superior Court Prosecution team in Berkshire County.

The role emphasizes trying Sexual Assault, Firearm, Violent Crime and Narcotics cases; you will handle motions, interviews, witness prep, and trial presentations, working under the First Assistant District Attorney.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Active Massachusetts Bar membership.
• 3-5 years criminal litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Trial attorney focusing on Sexual Assault, Firearm, Violent Crime and Narcotics cases in the Superior Court.
• Review case files, statutes and case law, input from victims, police reports and charging decisions; advise and adjust as needed.
• Prepare and present cases to the Grand Jury for indictment consideration.
• Handle pre-trial motions, evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions to suppress and dismiss; prepare memoranda and briefs.
• Prepare and present motions in limine and voir dire motions for third-party records under Mass. R. Crim. Pro 17.
• Interview police, civilian, and expert witnesses and prepare them to testify.
• Draft opening statements and closing arguments; conduct direct and cross examinations; review files for evidence preparation.
• Review Model Jury Instructions for charges and secure evidence to prove all elements beyond a reasonable doubt.
• Conference cases with victim witness advocates for trial preparation and dispositional decisions; dispose of cases by plea, bench, or jury trial.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Massachusetts Bar

Job description

Job Description - Superior Court - Assistant District Attorney (260006Q8)

The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office seeks to hire a full-time attorney who will join the Superior Court Prosecution team.

The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office serves all 32 cities and towns in Berkshire County and is responsible for all criminal prosecutions in Berkshire County. The Office is a Commonwealth agency, established in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 12, Sections 12 and 13.

Responsibilities

• This position is for a trial attorney with an emphasis on trying Sexual Assault, Firearm, Violent Crime and Narcotics cases in the Superior Court.
• Review case files, applicable statutes and case law, victim information and input, police reports and charging decisions made by police agencies and make appropriate recommendations and changes as needed.
• Prepare and present cases to the Grand Jury for indictment consideration.
• Handle all pre-trial motions, evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions to suppress and dismiss heard in the Jury session, and prepare written memoranda and briefs where appropriate.
• Prepare and present motions in limine and witness voir dire motions for third-party records under Mass. R. Crim. Pro 17.
• Interview police, civilian, and expert witnesses and prepare them to testify.
• Draft opening statements and closing arguments, direct and cross examinations of witnesses, and review files for evidence preparation and presentation.
• Review Model Jury Instructions for charges in the complaint and secure and present evidence necessary to prove all elements of each charged offense beyond a reasonable doubt.
• Conference cases with victim witness advocates for trial preparation and dispositional decisions. Dispose of cases by plea, bench, or jury trial.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate Degree from accredited law school.
• Membership in Massachusetts Bar.
• 3-5 years criminal litigation experience.

The Superior Court ADA will report to the First Assistant District Attorney.

Salary: $110,00-$115,00 commensurate with experience.

Full-time positions offer a state benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, and paid vacation, personal andsick leave and paid parental leave. All ADA positions qualify for public service loan forgiveness.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background check. All positions serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney.

Berkshire District Attorney's Office is an EEO Employer with a firm commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in hiring practices.

If you have Diversity, ... contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Julia Sabourin - 4134435951

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No

Job: Legal Services

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day

Job Posting: Sep 30, 2026, 6:35:21 PM

Number of Openings: 1

Salary: 110,000.00 - 115,000.00 Yearly