Westmoreland County Assistant District Attorney

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB:
To assist the District Attorney in the prosecution of criminal cases in Westmoreland County.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

1. Participates in the prosecution of criminal cases including preparation for jury trials, Motion’s Court, Appeals, Rule 1100, Summary Appeals, and Appellate Court Arguments
2. Meets with witnesses for trial preparation; responsible for trial of felony and misdemeanor cases, Superior and Supreme Court appellate cases
3. Coordinates with various law enforcement agencies to investigate cases; maintains contact with police throughout investigation and trial; interviews victims and witnesses; researches appropriate laws affecting particular cases
4. Drafts letters for plea bargains and attends preliminary hearings
5. Prepares arrest warrants and search warrants

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