Assistant District Attorney 2026-00634

Open Until Filled
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Are you interested in being in court and trying cases, putting the bad guys away?  Are you getting started in your career and looking for immediate development of courtroom skills and major case responsibility?  Do you want to work in a collegial, fast-paced office with meaningful work?  If so, the District Attorney's Office for Laramie County is the place for you. Attorneys in our office develop their legal skills in a collaborative environment while doing interesting and meaningful work and maintaining a work-life balance.
The District Attorney's Office in Cheyenne has an immediate opening for an Assistant District Attorney. This attorney will prosecute misdemeanors and handle initial court proceedings in felony cases; they may also assist with the prosecution of felony cases. This involves preparing a variety of court documents, arguing motions before trial courts, and representing the State of Wyoming in jury and bench trials. The attorney will have daily interaction with law enforcement and coordinates case investigations. The positions require initiative, and independence, and will have responsibility for a substantial caseload, with one of the positions will take on domestic violence cases. There are opportunities for training and professional growth.
 
Candidates must currently be licensed to practice in Wyoming and be in good standing with the Wyoming State Bar.  Candidates who are waiting for bar exam results or who are immediately eligible for admission by reciprocity may be considered.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE!  

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Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres 307-777-7130  stacy.berres@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
 

• Initiate prosecution of individuals for misdemeanor and some felony violations in circuit and district courts.
• Review investigative reports and work with law enforcement officers and agencies to ensure that all elements of the offense have been investigated.
• Represent the State of Wyoming in bench and jury trials. 
• Must have the ability to resolve cases under general supervision.
• Handle all matters relating to prosecution: document review; evidence analysis; legal research, including preparing written motions; motions practice; and preparing cases for trial, including documents, exhibits, and witnesses.  This requires a thorough knowledge of criminal statutes and case law, the rules of criminal procedure, the rules of evidence, jury instructions, and compliance with the courts' criminal case management orders.
• Confer and negotiate with defense attorneys for the resolution of pending cases.  This includes meeting and conferring with crime victims and their families to ensure their rights are observed and that they have an opportunity to participate in the criminal justice system.