Overview In this role you will prosecute criminal cases for adults and juveniles in the Unified Criminal Docket and handle appellate matters before the Law Court. You will work within the Penobscot County district, with occasional coverage for Piscataquis County, contributing to high stakes litigation and preserving ethical standards. The position emphasizes strong writing, sound judgment, and effective communication in a public service setting. This is a mission-driven opportunity to advance justice in a collaborative district attorney's office.
Compensation / Benefits- Health Insurance Coverage
- Retirement Plan
- Vacation leave
- Dental Insurance
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Flexible Spending Accounts
Responsibilities- Prosecute criminal cases for adults and juveniles in the Unified Criminal Docket
- Handle appellate work before the Law Court
- Collaborate with cross functional legal team within the district
- Maintain high ethical standards, judgment, and strong organizational skills
- Possibly provide coverage for Piscataquis County
- Maintain driver's license and reliable transportation as required
Key requirements- Member of the Maine Bar in good standing
- Strong desire for a career in litigation
- Trial experience or developed trial skills are a plus
- High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Good organizational and time-management abilities
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- strong communication
- interpersonal skills
- ethical judgment
- litigation experience
- appellate litigation
- writing skills
