Misdemeanor Prosecutor: Court Trials & Training

Dallas County, Texas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas County, Texas is seeking an attorney to perform prosecutorial duties under supervision, handling misdemeanor cases, conducting legal research, drafting documents, and representing the state in hearings and trials.

Responsibilities include managing dockets, training newer prosecutors, evaluating cases, presenting evidence, and negotiating settlements as needed. A Texas license and JD are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Six months of experience practicing law.
• Requires a 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, conducting legal research, interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, and determining actions.
• Drafts, files and responds to motions, briefs, or legal documents for trial/hearing.
• Explains legal process to witnesses and prepares them for court testimony.
• Gathers and presents evidence for trial or hearing.
• Represents the State in trial/hearings: jury selection, opening statements, direct/cross-examinations, closing arguments.
• Participates in settlement or plea-bargain negotiations.
• Prepares necessary documents if settlement or plea-bargain is reached.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Case management

Training

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Dallas County, Texas is seeking an attorney to perform prosecutorial duties under supervision, handling misdemeanor cases, conducting legal research, drafting documents, and representing the state in hearings and trials.

Responsibilities include managing dockets, training newer prosecutors, evaluating cases, presenting evidence, and negotiating settlements as needed. A Texas license and JD are required for this role.