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Assistant District Attorney

Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Norfolk DA
Canton, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/13/2027

The Norfolk District Attorney's Office is seeking a full-time Assistant District Attorney(ADA) to work in Norfolk County District Courts. District Court ADAs are responsible for prosecuting criminal offenses occurring in Norfolk County. Position can be in any of the District Courts - Quincy, Dedham, Wrentham, Stoughton or Brookline District Court. Access to a motor vehicle is a requirement.


Qualifications

  • Strong written and oral advocacy skills

  • Communication skills and the ability to foster a positive, collaborative working environment

  • Ability to prioritize time sensitive matters and ensure all deadlines are met

  • 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

  • Must have a valid license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Official Title: Assistant District Attorney

Primary Location

: United States-Massachusetts-Canton - 45 Shawmut Road

Job

: Legal Services

Agency

: Norfolk DA

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day

Job Posting

: Sep 14, 2026, 3:14:36 PM

Number of Openings

: 2

Salary

: 73,000.00 - 78,000.00 Yearly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Sara Ackerman - 7818304857

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Pension Plan

Salary : $73,000 - $78,000

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