SVU Trial Attorney — Prosecute & Protect Victims

Lancopasheriff; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Pension

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Family medical leave

Job summary

The Lancaster County District Attorney's Office seeks experienced prosecutors for the Special Victims Unit, including child abuse and domestic violence prosecutions. Pay is commensurate with experience and the role emphasizes justice for vulnerable victims.

An Assistant District Attorney II prosecutes broad criminal offenses from pre-investigation through post-sentence appeals, focusing on complex litigation and policy considerations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year degree; JD required.
• Experience handling complex felony criminal cases and trials.
• Licensure to practice law in Pennsylvania and admission to the bar.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute a wide range of criminal offenses with emphasis on serious and complex cases.
• Prepare and argue pretrial, trial, and appellate matters; file briefs and memoranda.
• Advise law enforcement and supervise investigations; participate in on-call duties.

Skills

Litigation experience

Trial advocacy

Legal research

Analytical abilities

Oral advocacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctorate degree

Job description

The Lancaster County District Attorney's Office seeks experienced prosecutors for the Special Victims Unit, including child abuse and domestic violence prosecutions. Pay is commensurate with experience and the role emphasizes justice for vulnerable victims.

An Assistant District Attorney II prosecutes broad criminal offenses from pre-investigation through post-sentence appeals, focusing on complex litigation and policy considerations.