Assistant District Attorney

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The Bucks County District Attorney’s Office is seeking driven, high-performing attorneys to serve as Assistant District Attorneys. This position offers immediate, hands-on courtroom experience and the opportunity to handle meaningful cases from inception through resolution. Assistant District Attorneys are entrusted with significant responsibility early in their careers and are expected to exercise sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion in the pursuit of justice.

This role is fast-paced, demanding, and ideal for attorneys who thrive in court, value public service, and want to develop strong trial skills while making a tangible impact in the community.

• Serve as the primary prosecutor on assigned criminal cases
• Work directly with law enforcement to prepare search warrants, affidavits, and court orders
• Draft, litigate, and respond to substantive pretrial motions
• Handle hearings in Magisterial District Courts and the Court of Common Pleas
• Conduct bench and jury trials independently
• Make principled, well-reasoned sentencing recommendations to the court
• Communicate professionally with victims, witnesses, police officers, and members of the public

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Juris Doctor degree and admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (or eligibility for admission)
• Prior prosecutorial or trial experience preferred, but not required
• Demonstrated work ethic, strong judgment, and professionalism
• Excellent legal writing, oral advocacy, and courtroom presence
• Ability to manage a substantial caseload while maintaining attention to detail
• Commitment to ethical prosecution and public service
• Valid driver’s license

Position:
Assistant District Attorney

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