Assistant District Attorney

Jobtailor

Shawnee (OK)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Oklahoma is seeking a Juris Doctorate attorney to prosecute juvenile cases, including Juvenile Deprived, Juvenile Delinquent, and Youthful Offender matters. You will represent the State in juvenile courts across Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties, handling arraignments, motions, and trials.

You will collaborate with law enforcement, court personnel, and defense counsel, review evidence and charging decisions, and prepare memoranda on statutes and Victims’ Bill of Rights compliance.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Active Oklahoma Bar Association license.
Familiarity with juvenile law strongly preferred.
Excellent oral advocacy, legal analysis, and writing.
Strong organizational and teamwork skills.
Knowledge of state/federal statutes, regulations, and trial procedures.

Responsibilities

Prosecute juvenile cases, including Juvenile Deprived, Juvenile Delinquent, and Youthful Offender cases.
Represent the State of Oklahoma in juvenile courts in Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties.
Handle arraignments, motions, pre-trial hearings, conferences, and evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions.
Conduct bench and jury trials as lead counsel.
Collaborate with colleagues, law enforcement, court personnel, defense attorneys, agencies, and the public.
Attend meetings with community and law enforcement partners.
Review law-enforcement charging decisions and recommend or make changes as needed.
Meet with victim families, direct investigations, and provide updates to agencies and supervising attorneys.
Review evidentiary reports, interview victims and witnesses, and provide discovery to defense counsel.
Review case files and statutes to determine case-resolution recommendations and confer with defense counsel.
Monitor court decisions and legislation affecting Oklahoma law and prepare memoranda.
Apply applicable laws, rules, guidelines, and Victims’ Bill of Rights requirements.
Interact professionally with victims, juveniles, families, and witnesses.
Manage crises in a high-stress, dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Occasionally appear in adult courthouse sessions and travel to other district courts.
Complete administrative duties and travel weekly to specified courthouses.

Skills

Legal analysis

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Trial procedures

Evidentiary motions

Case resolution

Investigation techniques

Statutory knowledge

Oral communication

Written communication

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Juris Doctorate from accredited law school

Oklahoma Bar Association License

Job description

Prosecute juvenile cases, including Juvenile Deprived, Juvenile Delinquent, and Youthful Offender cases
Represent the State of Oklahoma in juvenile courts in Lincoln and Pottawatomie Counties
Handle arraignments, motions, pre-trial hearings, conferences, and evidentiary and non-evidentiary motions
Conduct bench and jury trials as lead counsel
Collaborate with colleagues, victim witness advocates, law enforcement, court personnel, defense attorneys, criminal justice agencies, community partners, and the public
Attend meetings with community and law enforcement partners
Review law-enforcement charging decisions and recommend or make changes as needed
Meet with victim families, direct investigations, partner on forensic interviews, and provide updates to relevant agencies and supervising attorneys
Review evidentiary reports, identify and interview victims and witnesses, prepare and provide discovery to defense counsel
Review case files, statutes, case law, and victim input to determine case-resolution recommendations and confer with defense counsel
Monitor court decisions and legislation affecting Oklahoma law and prepare memoranda
Apply applicable laws, rules, guidelines, and Victims’ Bill of Rights requirements
Interact professionally with victims, juveniles, families, and witnesses
Manage crises in a high-stress, dynamic, fast-paced environment
Occasionally appear in adult courthouse sessions and travel to other district court locations
Follow personnel and accounting policies and participate in relevant training
Collaborate with peers, communicate timely notifications, complete assignments, and perform administrative duties including filing, faxing, and photocopying
Perform other duties assigned by the District Attorney or designee
Travel weekly to the Pottawatomie District Courthouse in Shawnee and Lincoln County District Courthouse in Chandler, with occasional local travel

Requirements

Juris Doctorate from accredited law school
Admitted to and in good standing with Oklahoma Bar Association license to practice in Oklahoma
Familiarity with the practice of juvenile law strongly preferred
Excellent oral advocacy, legal analysis, and legal writing and editing skills
Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills
Knowledge of applicable state and federal statutes and regulations, constitutional law, Oklahoma Constitution, regulatory policies and procedures, trial and hearing procedures, rules of evidence, investigation techniques, legal research methods, and oral and written communication
Excellent communication skills and ability to foster a positive, collaborative working environment
Ability to prioritize time-sensitive matters and meet all deadlines
Self-starter with attention to detail, discretion with confidential information, teamwork, positive attitude, willingness to learn, and adaptability
Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation
Preference to live within Lincoln or Pottawatomie County
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods and lift boxes up to 20 lbs.
Resume with references and cover letter required for application

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in juvenile law, including case prosecution and legal representation in juvenile courts, while effectively collaborating with various stakeholders and managing high-stress situations. Proficient in legal analysis, advocacy, and communication, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

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