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Assistant District Attorney-District Court
Pittsfield, MA

Telework: No

Job Title: Assistant District Attorney - District Court
Location: Berkshire County, Massachusetts
Organization: Berkshire District Attorney's Office
Salary: $75,000-$80,000 (commensurate with experience)
Experience: Juris Doctorate Degree from accredited law school, membership in Massachusetts Bar or pending application

Responsibilities:
- Prosecute all aspects of criminal cases in primary and jury sessions of the three divisions of District Court in Berkshire County
- Review police reports and charging decisions and make appropriate recommendations and changes
- Handle arraignments, bail requests, motions for conditions of release, and other legal proceedings
- Provide mandatory discovery to defendants/defense counsel
- Handle pre-trial motions and prepare written memoranda and briefs
- Review case files and determine appropriate case resolution
- Handle mental health commitment matters related to criminal cases
- Conduct plea, bench, or jury trials
- Follow the mandates of the Victim's Bill of Rights
- Handle cases in Massachusetts Appeals Court and Supreme Judicial Court

Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate Degree from accredited law school
- Membership in Massachusetts Bar, pending application, or SJC rule 3:03 certification

Salary and Benefits:
- $75,000-$80,000 per year
- State benefit package including medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, and paid vacation, personal and sick leave, and paid parental leave

Application Process:
- Send cover letter, resume, and references to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
- All job offers contingent upon successful completion of background check
- Positions serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney

Organization:
- The Berkshire District Attorney's Office serves all 32 cities and towns in Berkshire County and is responsible for all-criminal prosecutions in the county.
- The office is a Commonwealth agency, established in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 12, Sections 12 & 13.
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
- The office is a family-friendly environment and all ADA positions qualify for public service loan forgiveness.
- Berkshire District Attorney's Office is an EEO Employer with a firm commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices.

H1: Assistant District Attorney - District Court in Berkshire County, Massachusetts
H2: Join the District Court Prosecution Team at Berkshire District Attorney's Office
H2: Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

Key Points:
- Full-time attorney position at Berkshire District Attorney's Office in Massachusetts
- Responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in District Court
- Must have Juris Doctorate Degree and be a member of Massachusetts Bar or pending application
- Salary range of $75,000-$80,000 per year, plus state benefits package
- Application process includes sending cover letter, resume, and references to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***
- Organization is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices
- All positions serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney and are contingent upon successful completion of background check.






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