Juvenile Court Prosecutor (ADA) - Early Career Impact

TDCAA; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid holidays

Health, life, dental, and vision ins

Job summary

Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney’s Office has immediate openings for entry level and experienced criminal prosecutors. The role focuses on representing the State of Texas, managing caseloads, and preparing cases for trial in court settings.

Qualified applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate, be licensed to practice in Texas in good standing, and pass a drug test with a clean criminal history. Expect a 40-hour workweek with potential longer hours for trials and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must possess excellent research and writing skills and a strong ability to communicate and get along with others.
• Must have a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice in Texas (in good standing).
• Must be able to pass a drug test and have a clean criminal history.

Responsibilities

• Represent the State of Texas in all matters handled by the Criminal District Attorney’s Office; attend court settings and hearings.
• Efficiently manage a caseload in a fast-paced environment and correspond with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, judges, and other attorneys.
• Prepare criminal cases for trial, gather and review evidence, interview victims, witnesses and police officers, visit crime scenes, plan jury trials, and review case law.
• Prosecute criminal trials, select juries, make opening statements, question witnesses, introduce evidence, and argue before judges and juries.
• Review and interpret both simple and complex legal issues.
• Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Communication

Typing skills

Work under pressure

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney’s Office has immediate openings for entry level and experienced criminal prosecutors. The role focuses on representing the State of Texas, managing caseloads, and preparing cases for trial in court settings.

Qualified applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate, be licensed to practice in Texas in good standing, and pass a drug test with a clean criminal history. Expect a 40-hour workweek with potential longer hours for trials and a full benefits package.