What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant District Attorney position at Houston County District Attorneys Office?
Company Description
The District Attorney’s Office for the Houston Judicial Circuit is a 15-attorney office that prosecutes felony criminal matters in Superior Court and Juvenile Court in Houston County, GA.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for an Assistant District Attorney at the Houston County District Attorney's Office located in Perry, GA. The Assistant District Attorney will be responsible for handling legal cases, representing the state in criminal proceedings, preparing and presenting legal arguments, and ensuring justice is served in the community through vertical prosecution of criminal cases from arrest through trial and appeal.
Qualifications
- Criminal Law, Legal Issues, and Criminal Justice knowledge
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and bar admission
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks efficiently
- Experience in prosecuting criminal cases is a plus