Description
The Commonwealth's Attorney is one of five constitutional officers in the Loudoun County government. The primary function of the office is to investigate and prosecute felony, misdemeanor, traffic, and juvenile criminal cases in concert with local and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as complaints from private citizens.
This position will be responsible for representing the Commonwealth in adjudications/trials, sentencing hearings, probation violation hearings, show cause hearings, etc. The attorney will manage a felony and misdemeanor case load which involves screening cases for disposition in the General District Court or indictment in the Circuit Court. Representation includes preparing for trial, reviewing charging documents, reviewing evidentiary documents, issuing subpoenas, interviewing and preparing witnesses, performing legal research, responding with pre-trial and post-trial motions, executing trial strategy, and coordinating with the victim/witness case managers, as well as other related duties.
Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.
Requires a Juris Doctor Degree (JD) from an accredited law school (or equivalent as state law provides); two (2) years of related work experience as a licensed practicing attorney; licensed member of Virginia State Bar. Prosecution experience preferred.
Must be licensed to practice law in Virginia. Must be a member in good standing with the Virginia State Bar (ability to obtain a waiver of admission within a reasonable time is also acceptable but should not exceed four (4) months). Must continue legal education annually.
Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.
