Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Dallas, TX

Government

Dallas, TX

Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Dallas, TX

Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Attorney IV

Job Responsibilities:
- Perform advanced legal work with minimal supervision and oversight in assigned areas.
- Engage in litigation and legal research, draft legal documents, and interpret laws, rules, and regulations.
- Make tactical and legal decisions in connection with assigned cases or prosecute complex general or special-category felony cases in court.
- Evaluate criminal complaints to decide whether to accept or reject cases for prosecution, determine appropriate charges, and prepare necessary documentation for indictment.
- Review documentation, conduct legal research, interview witnesses, gather evidence, and determine appropriate actions for assigned cases or lawsuits.
- Draft, file, and respond to necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trials and hearings.
- Explain legal processes to potential witnesses, prepare them for court testimony, and keep victims and their families informed about case status.
- Gather, prepare, and present evidence, exhibits, and related materials for trials or hearings.
- Represent the State or client in trials and hearings, including conducting jury selection, presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examinations, and presenting closing arguments.
- Negotiate settlements or plea bargains and obtain necessary approvals for agreements reached.
- Prepare necessary legal documents for settlements or plea bargains, secure proper signatures, and file documents as required.
- Manage court dockets and case schedules to ensure deadlines are met and documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
- Train or assist in training Attorneys I, II, and III.
- Perform duties of the Section Chief on a short-term temporary basis as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Information:
- Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
- Two years and six months of experience practicing law.
- Experience as a lead prosecutor for all levels of felony offenses, serving as lead counsel in civil litigation, or extensive appellate work on direct appeals is required.

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

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
- Normal office environment.

Disclaimer:
- This is an “at will” position with no civil service or other appellate rights. The job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management reserves the exclusive right to alter the job description at any time without notice.

Salary Information:
- Minimum Salary: $8,
- Maximum Salary: $10,