Assistant District Attorney

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Assistant District Attorney

Duties: Under the general supervision of the Lead Assistant District Attorney of District Court. Represents the Commonwealth in accordance with the District Attorney’s statutory authority in the various courts in County, the Supreme Judicial Court, the Supreme Judicial Court for County, the Appeals Court and courts in other counties. Handling arraignments and corresponding motions such as bail requests, conditions of release, dangerousness hearings, and bail revocation hearings as appropriate; Conducting pre-trial hearings and conferences, and litigating evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions such as motions for discovery and motions to suppress; Work closely with colleagues, victim witness advocates, law enforcement, court personnel, the defense bar, criminal justice agencies, community partners, and the public to ensure successful, holistic approach to prosecution that balances the safety and well-being of the victims, defendants, and communities we serve. Attend meetings with our community and law enforcement partners. Review charging decisions made by law enforcement agencies and make appropriate recommendations and changes as needed. Review evidentiary reports, identify and interview victims and witnesses, prepare discovery, and provide discovery to defense counsel. Review case files, applicable statutes and case law, victim information and input, and determine an appropriate recommendation for case resolution. Conference the same with defense counsel. Keep abreast of court decisions and legislation affecting Massachusetts law and prepare written memoranda where appropriate. Understand applicable rules, laws, and guidelines, including the Rules of Criminal Procedure, the Massachusetts Guide to Evidence, and the mandates of the Victims’ Bill of Rights. Interact with victims, defendants, families, and witnesses with kindness and professionalism. To be familiar with and to follow the provisions of the District Attorney’s Office Personnel Policies. To participate in trainings relevant to Office functions. Collaborate with peers to maximize productivity and produce the highest outcomes. To communicate with or provide timely notification to Office staff, police, and other interested parties, as permitted and/or required by law. To interact in a respectful and professional manner with the public, judicial and law enforcement personnel and Office staff. To complete work assignments in a timely manner. To complete general administrative duties to include, filing, faxing, photocopying, etc. Perform any other duties at any job-site as may from time to time be assigned to by the District Attorney, or the First Assistant District Attorney or other designee of the District Attorney.

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Plymouth County District Attorney's Office
32 Belmont Street
Brockton
Massachusetts
United States 02401
Website : https://plymouthda.com/