Assistant County Attorney (Prosecution, Juvenile & Appeals)

TDCAA; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Bar dues

CLE

Job summary

TDCAA seeks a licensed attorney to prosecute misdemeanor and juvenile cases, including felonies and appeals, in various County Courts in Texas. The role involves plea negotiations, trials, and appellate work, with responsibilities to advise county departments and occasionally serve as DA Pro Tem.

The position requires a law degree from an accredited school, Texas bar license, and a valid Texas driver’s license, with background and drug checks.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited law school and be licensed by Supreme Court of Texas.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and pass a criminal background and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute misdemeanor and juvenile cases in County Court at Law, County Court at Law #2, and County Court.
• Prosecute Class A & Class B misdemeanor cases.
• Prosecute felony and misdemeanor Juvenile Cases.
• Act as DA Pro Tem when requested by District Judges.
• Plea negotiations, trials, and appellate work.
• Advise County Departments Heads.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Negotiation

Confidentiality

Computer skills

Detail oriented

Office equipment

Education

Licensed by the Supreme Court of Texas

Accredited law school graduate

Job description

TDCAA seeks a licensed attorney to prosecute misdemeanor and juvenile cases, including felonies and appeals, in various County Courts in Texas. The role involves plea negotiations, trials, and appellate work, with responsibilities to advise county departments and occasionally serve as DA Pro Tem.

The position requires a law degree from an accredited school, Texas bar license, and a valid Texas driver’s license, with background and drug checks.