Lead Misdemeanor Prosecutor – County Court

Comal County; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Comal County in Texas seeks a veteran prosecutor to handle misdemeanor cases in County Court-At-Law. You will lead court proceedings, mentor junior prosecutors, and manage cases from intake to disposition. The role involves negotiating pleas, handling hearings, and coordinating with law enforcement for investigations.

Requirements include a Texas law license, a Bachelor's degree, and a J.D. degree. You will conduct trials weekly and perform ongoing legal research to uphold current law, under

Qualifications

• Requires a Texas law license.
• Bachelor's degree and a J.D. are required.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute misdemeanor offenses in County Court-At-Law.
• Lead and mentor in court proceedings as assigned by the Chief Misdemeanor Prosecutor.
• Manage misdemeanor cases from intake through disposition.
• Handle both non-jury and jury dockets and negotiate plea offers.
• Prepare for and conduct bench or jury trials weekly.
• Perform legal research and stay up-to-date with the law.

Skills

Legal research

Trial advocacy

Court procedures

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

J.D. (law) degree

Job description

Comal County in Texas seeks a veteran prosecutor to handle misdemeanor cases in County Court-At-Law. You will lead court proceedings, mentor junior prosecutors, and manage cases from intake to disposition. The role involves negotiating pleas, handling hearings, and coordinating with law enforcement for investigations.

Requirements include a Texas law license, a Bachelor's degree, and a J.D. degree. You will conduct trials weekly and perform ongoing legal research to uphold current law, under