Courtroom Prosecution Lead – Misdemeanor Trials

Dallas County, Texas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County, Texas, seeks an attorney to work under supervision on more complex tasks, including litigation, research, and drafting legal documents. The role prosecutes misdemeanor cases in assigned courts and acts as a key liaison with judges, defense attorneys, and victims.

The position involves case evaluation, preparation, and management, representing the state in pre-trial and trial settings, and ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Six (6) months of experience practicing law.
• Current license to practice law in the State of Texas.
• Experience prosecuting misdemeanor offenses, including jury selection.

Responsibilities

• Manages court docket and schedules; meets deadlines.
• Trains and assists in training less experienced prosecutors.
• Evaluates cases by reviewing docs, researching, interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence.
• Drafts, files, and responds to motions and briefs for trial and/or hearing.
• Explains legal processes to witnesses and prepares them for court.
• Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence for trial or hearing.
• Represents the State in trial/hearings with jury selection and opening/closing statements.
• Participates in settlement or plea negotiations.
• Prepares settlement or plea documents and ensures filings are complete.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Law degree (J.D.)

Job description

Dallas County, Texas, seeks an attorney to work under supervision on more complex tasks, including litigation, research, and drafting legal documents. The role prosecutes misdemeanor cases in assigned courts and acts as a key liaison with judges, defense attorneys, and victims.

The position involves case evaluation, preparation, and management, representing the state in pre-trial and trial settings, and ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders.