Deputy Attorney General I-V Criminal & Delinquency Unit Family Division - New Castle County
The State of Delaware is seeking motivated and skilled attorneys to join the Family Division’s Criminal & Delinquency Unit. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to handle meaningful prosecution work involving both juvenile and adult criminal matters within Family Court, managing a diverse caseload while advocating for public safety and supporting victims.
Responsibilities
- Prosecute juvenile delinquency and truancy matters
- Handle adult misdemeanor cases, including domestic violence offenses
- Prosecute juvenile sexual assault and related criminal offenses
- Review evidence, police reports, and case materials to determine charges and case strategy
- Draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents
- Conduct legal research and prepare cases for hearings and trials
- Negotiate plea agreements and make sentencing recommendations
- Collaborate with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, court personnel, and partner agencies
- Provide court coverage collaboratively with other attorneys in the Unit
Skills
- Must be a member of the Delaware Bar
- Possess a strong knowledge of criminal law and criminal procedure
- Demonstrate excellent courtroom advocacy skills
- Demonstrate legal research and writing skills
- Ability to effectively manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, court personnel, and other stakeholders
- Strong communication skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong teamwork skills
- Motivated and organized litigator
- Ability to exercise sound judgment
- Thrive in a courtroom setting
- Commitment to public service and professional excellence
- Criminal prosecution or litigation experience
- Experience handling Family Court matters
- Experience handling juvenile matters
- Experience handling domestic violence matters
Benefits
- May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
- State of Delaware healthcare plan.
- State of Delaware pension plan.
- Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
- 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Ability to work remotely when not required for court appearances
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