Misdemeanor Prosecution Attorney II

Dallas County, Texas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County, Texas seeks an attorney to assist under supervision, handling misdemeanor prosecutions and related litigation tasks. The role involves legal research, drafting documents, and court appearances, with responsibility for case management and coordination with judges, witnesses, and defense counsel.

The position requires a Texas bar license and experience in misdemeanor prosecution, including jury selection and pre-trial activities. Standard office/court environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manages court docket, court schedules and ensures deadlines are met.
• Trains and assist in training less experienced misdemeanor prosecutors.
• Evaluates assigned case by reviewing documentation, performing legal research, interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, and determining action.
• Drafts, files and responds to motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial or hearing.
• Explains legal process to potential witnesses and prepares witnesses for court testimony while keeping clients informed.
• Gathers, prepares, and presents evidence for trial or hearing.
• Represents the State in trial/hearings with jury selection, opening statements, direct and cross-examinations, and closing arguments.
• Participates in settlement or plea-bargain negotiations.
• Prepares final settlement/plea documents and ensures signatures and filings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Courtroom testimony

Case management

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent

Job description

Dallas County, Texas seeks an attorney to assist under supervision, handling misdemeanor prosecutions and related litigation tasks. The role involves legal research, drafting documents, and court appearances, with responsibility for case management and coordination with judges, witnesses, and defense counsel.

The position requires a Texas bar license and experience in misdemeanor prosecution, including jury selection and pre-trial activities. Standard office/court environment.