Trial & Appellate Prosecutor in Cumberland County

State of Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

The State of Maine's Cumberland County District Attorney's Office seeks an Assistant District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases for adults and handle appellate matters before the Law Court. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation interests, excellent writing skills, and professional integrity.

Applicants must be members in good standing of the Maine Bar, with trial experience considered a plus; a valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required as part of this role in

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing of the Maine Bar.
• Experience in criminal prosecution and appellate work is a plus.
• Strong writing, litigation skills, ethical standards, and strong communication and time management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases for adults in the Unified Criminal Docket.
• Handle appellate cases before the Law Court.
• Maintain high professional and ethical standards, with strong communication and organization.

Skills

Litigation interest

Trial experience

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Ethical standards

Driver's license

Education

Maine Bar Admission

Job description

The State of Maine's Cumberland County District Attorney's Office seeks an Assistant District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases for adults and handle appellate matters before the Law Court. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation interests, excellent writing skills, and professional integrity.

Applicants must be members in good standing of the Maine Bar, with trial experience considered a plus; a valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required as part of this role in