Assistant District Attorney

dpi.nc.gov

Durham, North Carolina, US
Base: $54,369.00 - $101,299.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Screen incoming cases using logic
Research and identify case law precedence
Prepare cases for trial and file motions
The Office of the District Attorney seeks a qualified attorney to prosecute criminal cases within Durham County's judicial system

Job Summary

  • The Office of the District Attorney seeks a qualified attorney to prosecute criminal cases within Durham County's judicial system.
  • Duties include screening cases, researching legal precedents, preparing trial documents, and negotiating plea agreements while meeting critical deadlines.
  • The role requires applying federal, state, and constitutional laws to facts while maintaining ethical standards and communicating effectively with victims and law enforcement.

Matching Summary

The Office of the District Attorney seeks a qualified attorney to prosecute criminal cases within Durham County's judicial system.

Salary

Base: $54,369.00 - $101,299.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Screen incoming cases using logic
  • Research and identify case law precedence
  • Prepare cases for trial and file motions
  • Negotiate plea agreements with defendants
  • Conduct witness examinations in court

Nice-to-have

  • Establish cooperative working relationships
  • Deal tactfully with sensitive situations
  • Work independently with minimal direction
  • Express complex legal concepts clearly

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree from ABA accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law in North Carolina
  • Knowledge of NC General Statutes and judicial procedures

Work Rights

Must have active license to practice law in North Carolina

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