Felony Prosecutor – Entry‑Level County Attorney

TDCAA; Brownfield (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Retirement plan through Texas County &

Job summary

TDCAA in Terry County, Texas, seeks an Assistant County Attorney to handle felony responsibilities and represent the State of Texas in the County Attorney’s Office. You will review police reports, prosecute or screen cases, present felony matters to the Grand Jury, and manage a case load with professional collaboration with law enforcement and judges.

Starting salary ranges from $97,000 to $120,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas in good standing.
• Ability to pass a drug test and maintain a clean criminal history.

Responsibilities

• Represent the State of Texas in misdemeanor, felony, Class C citations, and juvenile matters.
• Review police reports and file or reject cases based on evidence.
• Present felony cases to the Grand Jury.
• Attend court settings and hearings and manage a caseload.
• Correspond with law enforcement, probation officers, victims, witnesses, judges, and attorneys.
• Prepare criminal cases for trial, gather evidence, interview witnesses, and review case law.
• Handle pre-trial matters including plea negotiations and evidentiary hearings.
• Prosecute trials, select juries, make opening statements, and argue before judges and juries.
• Maintain professional relationships and participate in required trainings.

Skills

Research and writing

Communication

Typing

Working under pressure

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

TDCAA in Terry County, Texas, seeks an Assistant County Attorney to handle felony responsibilities and represent the State of Texas in the County Attorney’s Office. You will review police reports, prosecute or screen cases, present felony matters to the Grand Jury, and manage a case load with professional collaboration with law enforcement and judges.

Starting salary ranges from $97,000 to $120,000 depending on experience.