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City of Flint

Sr. Assistant City Attorney

Flint, MI · On-site

$44.89 - $49.77/hr

Serve as on-call attorney for the Flint Police Department on weekends to determine whether a complaint and warrant should be authorized. Conducts all stages of criminal, civil, and administrative ...

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Assistant County Attorney

Manchester, NH · On-site

$81K - $110K/yr

One attorney in the office is on call 24/7 to assist law enforcement. Our team consists of approximately 25 prosecutors supported by experienced legal staff, four Victim Witness Coordinators, two ...

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As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for on call attorney in the United States is $98,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an On Call Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, active bar licensure, and solid legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis and proficiency in document management systems are typically required. Strong time management, adaptability, and effective communication are critical soft skills for handling urgent legal matters and collaborating with clients or teams. These competencies ensure timely, accurate legal support and responsiveness in dynamic or high-pressure situations.

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On call attorneys often face the challenge of managing unpredictable workloads and urgent legal matters that arise outside of traditional business hours. This can require rapidly shifting priorities, handling high-pressure situations, and maintaining strong communication with clients and colleagues. To succeed, it’s important to develop effective time management strategies, set clear boundaries when possible, and stay organized to handle sudden tasks efficiently. Building strong relationships with your team also ensures better support during demanding periods.

What are On Call Attorneys?

On Call Attorneys are legal professionals who are available to provide legal services or representation as needed, often on short notice. They may be hired by law firms, corporations, or individuals to handle urgent legal matters, fill in for other attorneys, or assist with overflow work. This flexible arrangement allows organizations to access legal expertise without committing to a full-time hire. On Call Attorneys may work in various practice areas and are typically compensated on an hourly or per-assignment basis.

What is the difference between On Call Attorney vs Contract Attorney?

AspectOn Call AttorneyContract Attorney
CredentialsLaw degree, licensed attorneyLaw degree, licensed attorney
Work EnvironmentAvailable for urgent legal needs, often on short noticeProject-based, flexible schedule, remote or onsite
Employer & Industry UsageLaw firms, corporations, legal servicesLaw firms, legal agencies, corporate legal departments
Search & Comparison IntentUrgent legal assistance, on-demand legal supportTemporary legal projects, freelance legal work

On Call Attorneys are typically available for immediate legal assistance on short notice, often working in urgent situations. Contract Attorneys, on the other hand, are hired for specific projects or periods, offering flexible, temporary legal support. Both roles require a law degree and licensing, but their work environments and employment structures differ significantly.

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Assistant District Attorney

Montgomery County, PA

Norristown, PA • On-site

$74K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Salary: $74,198.00 - $97,065.00 Annually
Location : Norristown, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-49,69,70,123,367,26-393,398
Department: District Attorney
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
SUMMARY
Assistant District Attorneys assume responsibility for fair and ethical prosecution of a variety of crimes, with Trials Assistant District Attorneys taking on the cases from the time an investigation begins through post-sentence motions, and Appellate Assistant District Attorneys taking over the cases following the post-sentence motions and continuing throughout the pendency of the appellate process.
Trials Assistant District Attorneys specialize in the kinds of crime they prosecute; they are assigned to units in the areas of Family Protection, Narcotics, Firearms, Economic Crimes, Major Crimes, and two units focused on community protection for Norristown and Pottstown. In these roles, they gain specialized knowledge in their field of prosecution but handle a wide variety of criminal prosecutions.
They carry caseloads that vary in subject matter from more minor misdemeanors to complex felonies in their specialized units and homicides. They also carry responsibilities of assisting police departments with their inquiries and maintaining positive working relationships with community partners. Trials Assistant District Attorneys are responsible for interacting with victims of crime to ensure their rights are protected and that they are kept informed throughout the criminal process and given voice at the time of plea bargaining and/or sentencing.
Appellate Assistant District Attorneys handle all types of cases in the post-conviction phase, ranging from summary convictions to capital offenses. They specialize in conducting legal research, both in support of their own cases and to assist trial prosecutors in their cases. Additionally, they litigate post-conviction hearings in the Court of Common Pleas, and regularly argue cases before both the Pennsylvania Superior Court and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Review investigations to determine whether sufficient credible evidence exists to initiate prosecution;
  • Review search warrants for probable cause and to identify any possible issues in their execution;
  • Present search warrants with their investigating officers to judges within the Court of Common Pleas where necessary;
  • Conduct preliminary hearings before Magisterial District Judges;
  • Build relationships with victims and victim services agencies early in the life of the case to ensure adequate communication is maintained and the victim's wishes are heard and considered;
  • Review cases to determine whether they are ready to move to plea bargaining and/or trial: review discovery to determine the strength and credibility of evidence; assess whether additional investigative steps are needed; ensure discovery is passed in a timely and thorough manner; review relevant sentencing guidelines; and speak to victim and/or investigating officers to hear and understand their perspective and wishes for the case;
  • Assess and make just, appropriate plea offers to resolve cases by way of guilty plea.
  • Negotiate appropriate and fair case resolutions by communicating professionally and frequently with defense attorneys;
  • Research, draft, file, and litigate pretrial and post-trial motions, including motions in limine, motions to revoke or increase bail, responses to motions to suppress, responses to post-trial motions, and other case-area specific motion.
  • Prepare case for trial by conducting witness preparation prior to hearings and preparing trial exhibits;
  • Try cases before judges and juries by delivering compelling, well-reasoned opening and closing arguments, directing Commonwealth witnesses, and cross-examining defense witnesses;
  • Conduct sentencing hearings during which Commonwealth evidence and victim impact testimony is proffered to support well-articulated arguments for just sentences;
  • Manage time and caseload to ensure all responsibilities are met while frequently adapting to a changing schedule, new deadlines, and additional responsibilities;
  • Attend and participate in pre-trial conferences for assigned courtroom for approximately one week each month; staff a busy courtroom, ensure negotiations with attorneys move efficiently, conduct negotiated guilty plea hearings, and address concerns related to each case and its anticipated disposition with the Court;
  • Take On-Call responsibility for one week at a time, several times per year. This On-Call responsibility requires that the Assistant District Attorney quickly answer emails and calls from police officers at any time of day or night. The On-Call Attorney then assesses who the question should be presented to for quick response and facilitates communications between the law enforcement officer and the appropriate supervisor. The-On Call Attorney also fields requests for search warrant review and submission and preliminary hearing assistance and ensures those requests are responded to quickly and appropriately;
  • Collect, submit, and accurately document Common Pleas search warrants and court orders for the office on an approximately monthly basis;
  • Engage in community building activities including community education events and meetings with community-based partners on a regular basis;
  • Receive and complete assignments on ongoing basis such as consulting with Adult Probation Department, Pre-Trial Services, and various law enforcement agencies.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
  • Law Degree and Pennsylvania Bar admission;
  • Good communications skills, both oral and written;
  • Strong decision-making skills;
  • Analytical skills;
  • Research and writing skills;
  • Trial advocacy skills;
  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
  • Knowledge of Pennsylvania legal and ethical standards applicable to prosecutors;
  • Familiarity with District Attorney's Office structure, mission and policies;
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks;
  • Time management skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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