Best/worst DA's offices Forum
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Best/worst DA's offices
What are the best and worst DA's offices to work for after law school? Interested in different metrics--caseload, advancement to interesting cases, mentorship, retention, etc.
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Jackson County Prosecutor's office in Missouri is AWFUL.
Pretty corrupt and the attorneys are underpaid.
Pretty corrupt and the attorneys are underpaid.
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Santa Clara County DA starting pay is the highest in the nation-- I think they start at 135k not including benefits. Established mentorship program and you usually get 8-10 trials your first year. After a year or two, depending on your performance, you get placed in different units (gen fen, drugs, juvenile, etc). Cutting edge, liberal prosecution philosophy in the office as well.
Downside is a large caseload + expected excellence at every turn forces competition and overwork. Expect 10-12 hour days as the norm.
Downside is a large caseload + expected excellence at every turn forces competition and overwork. Expect 10-12 hour days as the norm.
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Any thoughts on Kern, CA?
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Orange County hands down worst of the worst. Their reputation is garbage just Google Orange County District Attorney.
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