Assistant District Attorney
Core
Prosecute criminal cases in Superior and District courts within North Carolina, including screening felony cases, preparing for trial, and negotiating plea agreements.
Role type
Assistant District Attorney (Prosecutor)
Builds
Criminal justice outcomes for communities in Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance, and Warren Counties
Domain
Law / Criminal Justice
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Legal research, litigation strategy, witness examination, motion writing, plea negotiation, case analysis, oral advocacy, legal writing
Preferred skills
Experience trying felonies in Superior Court, knowledge of NC General Statutes, ability to work independently
Technologies
Electronic legal research databases
Responsibilities
Screen incoming felony cases, research case law precedents, prepare cases for trial, write and file motions, meet with victims and witnesses, negotiate plea agreements, deliver opening statements and closing arguments
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC