Deputy District Attorney - Emergency Appointment

Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY

Exam Number: A9271K-FR

When to Apply: The application filing period will begin Friday, November 7, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) and will remain open on a continuous basis. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. The application window may close without prior notice once a sufficient number of qualified candidates has been received.

Reposting Information: This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filing period until the needs of the department are met.

We are looking for qualified attorneys to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild after the recent windstorms and wildfires across the County. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. During the initial work period you will be assessed on your performance.

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Deputy District Attorney I.

DEFINITION: Performs beginning level legal work required in the prosecution of criminal cases for the Office of the District Attorney.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are characterized by the performance of less complex legal tasks involved in prosecuting criminal cases. Incumbents are expected to have a working knowledge and understanding of criminal law and procedure in California and of the California Evidence Code. Incumbents will be required to learn applicable office and personnel policies and procedures related to the handling and prosecution of criminal cases.

The Deputy District Attorney I is rotated through a variety of developmental assignments to prepare the attorney to handle cases of increasing difficulty. Incumbents in this class will be expected to try cases both before a court and jury. Deputies at this level receive close supervision from higher‑level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Researches and prepares cases for prosecution.
• Prepares and presents preliminary hearings.
• Tries misdemeanor cases and argues related motions such as search and seizure.
• Acts as a courtroom advocate on behalf of the District Attorney.
• Confers with victims, witnesses, law enforcement personnel, defense attorneys and other interested parties.
• Visits the crime scene when appropriate.
• Discusses trial tactics, factual, ethical, and legal issues, and potential case dispositions with supervising attorneys.
• Prepares legal documents such as briefs, pleadings and misdemeanor complaints.
• Conducts legal research and prepares legal writings relevant to the preparation and presentation of cases.
• Obtains evidence of prior convictions when necessary and provides discovery in a timely manner.
• Negotiates with defense attorneys regarding the disposition and/or modification of charges.
• Assists in the preparation and prosecution of more complex criminal cases as needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must be admitted to the California State Bar Association to practice law in California. Types of acceptable documents include:

• A legible copy (photocopy or PDF format) of an active California State Bar Card (CSBC) indicating the current year (2025). If the watermark of the current year is not visible, your application will be rejected.
• If you recently passed the bar and do not have a bar card, a legible copy of a letter from the California State Bar Association that clearly states that you have achieved a passing score on the California State Bar Examination and satisfied all requirements for admission to practice law at the time of filing. All correspondence must be on the California State Bar letterhead.
• Congratulation letters that indicate you have NOT satisfied ALL of the requirements for admission to practice law will not be accepted. Examples of these are: "Law graduates with provisional licenses are not eligible to participate in this examination."

All supporting documentation must be submitted along with your application or via email to examsounty.gov…