Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Dallas, TX

Government

Dallas, TX

Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Dallas, TX

Attorney

No

Job Title: Attorney I

Job Responsibilities:
1. Evaluate assigned cases or lawsuits by:
- Reviewing documentation
- Conducting necessary legal research on applicable laws
- Interviewing witnesses or persons with knowledge of the cases
- Gathering evidence
- Determining the most appropriate action(s) to be taken

2. Draft, file, and respond to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trials and/or hearings.

3. Explain the legal process to potential witnesses, prepare witnesses for court testimony, and ensure clients or victims/families are kept informed on the status of cases.

4. Gather, prepare, and present evidence, exhibits, and related material for trials or hearings.

5. Represent the State and client in trials and hearings by:
- Conducting jury selection
- Presenting opening statements
- Conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses
- Presenting closing arguments

6. Participate in settlement or plea-bargain negotiations.

7. Prepare necessary legal documents if a settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensure signatures are secured and documents filed as required.

8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Information:
- Graduation from an accredited law school is required.
- No experience is required for this position.

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
- Standard office and courtroom environment.

Salary Information:
- Minimum Salary: $6,
- Maximum Salary: $7,

This position involves working under immediate supervision and performing entry-level legal work of a routine nature. The work includes litigation and legal research, drafting legal documents, interpreting laws, rules, and regulations, or prosecuting misdemeanor cases in an assigned court. The role requires effective communication with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses, and other interested parties. The attorney will receive a level of oversight, training, and supervision based on their experience and expertise in misdemeanor prosecution.