ASSISTANT COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY, SENIOR

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ASSISTANT COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY, SENIOR

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Job Posting: Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney - City of Newport News

Salary range: $115,000.00 - $140,184.00, based on experience

What We Offer:

• Hands-On Trial Experience: Prepare to take on real, impactful cases from day one. Our attorneys handle a high volume of cases, gaining substantial trial experience in both district and circuit courts. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop and refine your litigation skills.
• Comprehensive Training: We invest in our team. Through regular in-office training, you'll build and expand your legal skills, benefiting from mentorship from seasoned attorneys and continuing education opportunities.
• Community Prosecutor Role: We believe in justice that serves the people. Our prosecutors engage directly with the Newport News community, collaborating with law enforcement, community organizations, and schools to address issues that matter to our youth and neighborhoods.
• Strong Professional Partnerships: We are proud of the strong working relationships we have with the defense bar, law enforcement, and our judiciary. We value collaboration, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to fairness and public safety.
• Healthy Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being. Our flexible telework policy supports a balanced lifestyle, allowing you to thrive both in court and in your personal life.

Senior Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney will effectively prosecute misdemeanors and felony cases in various courts on behalf of the Commonwealth. The attorney will prepare and research criminal cases involving complex issues of constitutional law, evidence and trial strategies in all courts of the Commonwealth by conducting legal research, witness interviews, negotiating with defense counsel, preparing jury instructions and presenting cases at trial. Duties will also include responsibility to first-chair homicide cases as assigned. Establish effective and respectful relationships with office personnel, judicial agencies, victims and witnesses, law enforcement officers and the public. Maintaining accurate files, ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. Must be able to manage a large caseload and work well in a team environment. Must exhibit steadfast commitment to fairness and public service. Since this office is engaged in Community Prosecution, skills such as innovation, creativity and an ability to build strong partnerships in the community to identify and solve problems is necessary. Will have responsibilities to train and supervise other attorneys, train law enforcement officers, and handle other office management and administrative duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Virginia State Bar and eligibility to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Admission to practice before the Court of Appeals of Virginia and the Supreme Court of Virginia.
• Minimum of 4 years prosecution experience.

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : COMMONWEALTH ATTORNEY

Posting Start : 08/06/2026

Posting End : 08/24/2026

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