Civil Division Managing Attorney - Litigation Leader

Dallas County; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County's District Attorney's Office, Civil Division, seeks an experienced attorney to direct and manage operations, supervise staff, and advance complex civil litigation. The role requires licensing to practice law in Texas and a track record in litigation at trial and pre-trial levels.

The successful candidate will oversee case assignments, docket management, and settlement negotiations, while coordinating with defense counsel, court personnel, and law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school with a current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
• Five (5) years experience practicing law.
• Experience supervising other attorneys or equivalent managerial work and/or extensive experience in advanced legal work relevant to assigned section.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the overall operation, including the court docket, if applicable, which includes assigning cases and work to felony prosecutors, attorneys and/or staff.
• May prepare budgetary input, attend management meetings, provide input on policies and procedures, and perform related operational management duties.
• Supervises, evaluates and trains staff.
• Represents the State or client in trials and hearings by conducting jury selection, presenting opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examinations of witnesses, and presenting closing arguments.
• Explains legal process to potential witnesses, prepares witnesses for court testimony, and ensures clients or victims/families are kept informed on status of cases.

Skills

Leadership

Legal research

Litigation

Staff supervision

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent

Job description

Dallas County's District Attorney's Office, Civil Division, seeks an experienced attorney to direct and manage operations, supervise staff, and advance complex civil litigation. The role requires licensing to practice law in Texas and a track record in litigation at trial and pre-trial levels.

The successful candidate will oversee case assignments, docket management, and settlement negotiations, while coordinating with defense counsel, court personnel, and law enforcement.