Overview Paraphrase: In this role you represent the Commonwealth in criminal prosecutions across multiple courts, shaping outcomes from indictments to post-conviction matters. You work within a team of district attorneys and staff, collaborating with law enforcement and community partners to pursue justice for victims and the public. The position combines courtroom advocacy with policy review, training, and cross-agency coordination in a high stakes environment. You will leverage legal expertise to manage complex motions, trials, and appeals, while maintaining high professional standards and on call readiness. This is a mission driven opportunity to influence public safety and the administration of a
Responsibilities- Represent the Commonwealth at all stages of criminal prosecutions
- Review charging decisions and materials for indictment consideration
- Conduct grand jury investigations and handle pre-trial hearings and motions
- Manage arraignments, bail requests, dangerousness hearings, and related proceedings across courts
- Try cases, handle pleas and sentencing, and pursue post-conviction matters
- Provide discovery to defense counsel and interact with victims and witnesses
- Mentor District Court ADAs and collaborate with law enforcement and court staff
- Stay updated on court decisions, statutes, and evidentiary rules
- Maintain professionalism and compassionate interactions with victims and the public
- Be available on an on-call basis and capable of crisis management
Key requirements- Juris Doctorate and license to practice in MA
- Experience prosecuting homicides as first or second chair
- Significant trial experience (pre-trial motions, bench trials, jury trials)
- Strong written and oral advocacy and communication skills
- Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
- Commitment to collaborative, positive working relationships
- Ability to manage sensitive information and deadlines
- Proficiency with computers and office technology
- Willingness to travel to crime scenes and courtrooms
- Team player with interviewing and presentation skills
- effective communication
- compassion and professionalism in dealing with victims and the public
- calm under pressure
- Rules of Criminal Procedure
- Massachusetts Evidence Law
- Victims' Bill of Rights
