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N.C. Department of Information Technology · 1 day ago

Assistant District Attorney 6/30/26

Union County, NC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$65K/yr - $80K/yr

The N.C. Department of Information Technology is looking for an entry-level Assistant District Attorney to join the Union County DA's Office. This position involves representing the State of North Carolina in prosecuting criminal offenses and advocating for crime victims, with opportunities for courtroom experience and mentorship from seasoned prosecutors.

Information Technology & Services

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Represent the State of North Carolina in the prosecution of people charged with criminal offenses

Serve as advocates for crime victims

Prosecute a range of offenses from traffic tickets to First Degree Murder

Handle serious matters and try cases in the courtroom

Work in a supportive and collaborative DA's Office environment

Qualification

North Carolina license to practice lawJuris Doctor degreeLegal research methodsCriminal law interpretationLitigation strategy developmentTeamworkCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Active North Carolina license to practice law or imminent North Carolina licensure

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school

Strong work ethic

Desire to be part of a team

Desire to do trial work

Well-developed sense of fairness

Readiness to serve the community

Knowledge of North Carolina statutes, common law, and case law

Knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence

Knowledge of legal research methods, techniques, sources, databases, and other research tools

Knowledge of the operations of the NC court system

Knowledge of ethical and professional standards of conduct

Skill in interpreting and applying criminal laws to information, evidence, and other data

Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of case facts

Skill in researching and identifying precedents in case law

Skill in utilizing electronic legal research and online systems

Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction

Ability to analyze facts and apply applicable law to those facts

Ability to conduct legal research

Ability to plan, develop, and execute an effective litigation strategy to achieve desired results

Ability to prepare, organize, and conduct witness examinations

Ability to deliver opening statements, closing arguments, and evidentiary objections

Ability to express complex legal concepts and related facts in a clear and concise manner

Ability to argue clearly, logically, and persuasively

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with attorneys, law enforcement agencies, and other participants in the criminal justice process

Ability to recognize and solve problems

Ability to produce legal interpretations in a quick and responsive manner for court officials

Ability to write reports, motions, briefs, and other legal documents

Ability to deal tactfully with sensitive situations

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing

Ability to work independently