Government and Government Relations Attorney in Oroville, CA

Government

Oroville, CA

Government and Government Relations Attorney in Oroville, CA

Attorney

Min 1 yrs required

No

Deputy District Attorney II
The candidate under general supervision, investigates, prepares and prosecutes misdemeanor cases for; represents the District Attorney in the management of legal issues, and all aspects of criminal misdemeanor prosecution. Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Represents the District Attorney in prosecuting persons charged with misdemeanor and felony criminal offenses; assures that cases are resolved within office policy guidelines. Reviews citations, arrest reports and other law enforcement documents; gathers facts and data; conducts factual and legal analysis to determine whether charges should be filed. Conducts legal research; drafts complaints, briefs, motions and other legal documents; prepares and presents memoranda of law, briefs and other filings and legal documents as required. Reviews motions filed in cases, provides assessment and recommendations, and disposes of motions in accordance with instructions given by the District Attorney and judicial officers; receives and reviews documents, memoranda, briefs and other filings; reviews filings for jurisdictional and statutory requirements; conducts conferences with defense counsel concerning settlement of cases. Manages assigned cases; coordinates with law enforcement agencies; confers with witnesses and victims of crime; negotiates plea agreements with defense counsel; develops trial strategy. Represents the District Attorney at hearings and trials; identifies and subpoenas witnesses, records and other information required to present the case; compiles and presents evidence; brings cases before the court and argues facts of the case in relation to points of law, case law and legal precedent; interviews and cross-examines witnesses. Performs other related duties as assigned. Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required. One (1) year of experience in a trial practice. Must be licensed by the Bar to practice law in the State of California, remain active with all California Bar annual requirements.