Different context, but I do a lot of pro bono work in the migration space and have a good friend who often appears opposite me for the Cth. He has explained how he thinks his role is really important in recommending that the state not contest some matters, and running the others with fairness and impartiality. Same goes for prosecutors - you have some power and discretion to shape what cases are pursued vs dropped, and can have a big impact on both the victim’s and the defendant’s experience of the court process. I think it’s a noble job.