Assistant District Attorney – Juvenile Court- New Posting 8/31/26

About the Role

The Assistant District Attorney – Juvenile Court (Juvenile ADA) represents the Commonwealth in accordance with the District Attorney's statutory authority in the various juvenile courts in Plymouth County, the Supreme Judicial Court, the Supreme Judicial Court for Suffolk County, the Appeals Court, and courts in other counties. The Juvenile ADA is an employee of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and serves at the pleasure of the District Attorney. The position is covered under the provisions of G.L. c. 268B.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to foster a positive, collaborative working environment
• Ability to prioritize time sensitive matters and ensure all deadlines are met
• Self-starter with the following attributes: sharp attention to detail, ability to exercise discretion with confidential information, ability to contribute and work as part of a team, positive attitude, and willingness to learn new processes and adapt to new guidelines as needed
• Juris Doctorate and license to practice in MA
• Familiarity with the practice of juvenile law strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Represent the Commonwealth at all stages of criminal prosecution in Juvenile Court, including handling arraignments and corresponding motions such as bail requests, conditions of release, dangerousness hearings, and bail revocation hearings as appropriate
• Conduct pre-trial hearings, conferences and litigate evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions such as motions for discovery and motions to suppress
• Handle trials (bench and jury) as lead counsel, including trials transferred from other locations for jury trial
• 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, juveniles, and communities we serve
• Attend meetings with community and law enforcement partners
• Review charging decisions made by law enforcement agencies to make appropriate recommendations and changes as needed
• Attend forensic interviews of minor victims and/or witnesses, meet with victim families, direct investigatory efforts, and provide updates to the Chief of Family Protection, District Court Lead, and other supervising ADAs as needed or requested
• 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, juveniles, families, and witnesses with kindness and professionalism
• Ability to manage crises and excel in high-stress, dynamic, and fast-paced environment while exhibiting a calm, professional demeanor
• Occasionally appear in the adult sessions of their courthouse as needed and at the discretion of their District Court Lead
• Occasionally travel to other district court locations to handle juvenile and/or adult matters as needed and at the discretion of the District Court Leads and/or Chief of District Courts
• Be familiar with and follow the provisions of the Plymouth District Attorney's Office Personnel Policies
• Participate in trainings relevant to Office functions
• Collaborate with peers to maximize productivity and produce the highest outcomes
• Communicate with or provide timely notification to Office staff, police, and other interested parties, as permitted and/or required by law
• Interact in a respectful and professional manner with the public, judicial and law enforcement personnel, and Office staff
• Complete work assignments in a timely manner
• Complete general administrative duties to include filing, faxing, photocopying, etc.
• Perform any other duties at any jobsite as may from time to time be assigned by the District Attorney, or the Second Assistant District Attorney or other designee of the District Attorney

Pay

• $76,000 – 85,000 DOE

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