0000000376.ATTORNEY I.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County seeks an entry-level prosecutor to perform routine legal work under supervision. The role involves litigation, legal research, drafting documents, and interpreting laws and regulations within misdemeanor cases.

You will assist with case evaluation, preparation, and management, representing the State in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings, and communicating with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims, and witnesses. Training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Graduation from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates cases and prepares for hearings and trials.
• Drafts and files motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Explains legal processes to witnesses and clients, and keeps them informed.
• Gathers and presents evidence for trials or hearings.
• Represents the State in pre-trial and trial settings, including jury selection and opening/closing statements.
• Participates in settlement or plea negotiations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Drafting documents

Trial preparation

Witness examination

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Working under immediate supervision, performs entry-level legal work of a routine nature. Work involves litigation and legal research; drafting legal documents; and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations OR prosecutes misdemeanor cases in assigned court. Performs case evaluation, preparation and management; represents the state/client in pre-trial and evidentiary hearings and jury/court trials; and ensures effective communication with defense attorneys, court personnel, victims and family members, witnesses and other interested parties. Receives level of oversight, training and supervision based on experience and expertise in misdemeanor prosecution.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates 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 most appropriate action(s) to be taken
• Drafts, files and responds to necessary motions, briefs or other legal documents for trials and/or hearings.
• Explains legal process to potential witnesses, prepares witnesses for court testimony, and ensures clients or victims/families are kept informed on status of cases.
• Gathers, prepares and presents evidence, exhibits and related material for trials or hearings.
• Represents 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
• Participates in settlement or plea-bargain negotiations.
• Prepares necessary legal documents if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached and ensures signatures are secured and documents filed as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training:

Graduation From An Accredited Law School. No Experience Required.

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Requires a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

Standard office and court room environment.